Meaning & Definition of word "Lend"
Lend
/lɛnd/
verb:
- 1. to give (an item of value) to someone for a period of time with the expectation that it will be returned.
- Example: I will lend you my book if you promise to return it next week.
- 2. to provide (money) to someone with the expectation of repayment.
- Example: The bank was willing to lend her the money she needed to buy a house.
- 3. to grant the use of something.
- Example: Can you lend me your phone for a moment?
- 4. to contribute or add to something.
- Example: His experience will lend credibility to the project.
Etymology
●Old English 'lendan', meaning 'to grant, allow'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
lend a hand:
to help someone
lend itself to:
to be suitable for
lend one's name:
to allow one's name to be used for support or endorsement
Related Words
borrow:
to take and use (something belonging to someone else) with the intention of returning it.
loan:
a thing that is borrowed, especially a sum of money that is expected to be paid back with interest.
Slang Meanings of lend
Meaning: To hook someone up with something.
● Example Sentence: Can you lend me five bucks for a drink?
Meaning: To help someone out in a difficult situation.
● Example Sentence: I knew I could count on you to lend me a favor.