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lend

/lɛnd/ verb · British & US
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What does lend mean?

verb

To give or allow the use of something temporarily, usually in exchange for payment or a promise to return it. To cause something to happen or be done by someone's influence or persuasion.

Example

"She lent me her car for the weekend."

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