Allow

/əˈlaʊ/

Meaning & Definition

verb

to give permission to do something; to permit.

Her parents allow her to stay out late on weekends.

to let something happen or to avoid preventing something.

The law allows for certain exceptions.

to grant someone the right to have something.

The ticket allows entry to the concert.

Middle English, from Old French 'alouer', from Latin 'ad' (to) + 'locus' (place).

allow for

To take into consideration or account.

allow oneself

To give oneself permission to do something.

allow to pass

To let something go without hindrance.

permission

The consent given to someone to do something.

consent

Agreement or permission to do something.

tolerate

To allow the existence or occurrence of something.

Let it slide

If it's a minor issue, just let it slide.

Give the green light

Once we get the budget, we can give the green light.