Definitions

1. verb

to give or provide something, such as money or a service, to someone for a specified period of time or on certain conditions, with the expectation of receiving it back.

“She lent me some money to buy groceries.”

2. verb

to allow or permit something to be done, such as a favor or a privilege.

“The teacher lent the students extra time to finish their project.”

3. verb

to supply or provide something, such as equipment or materials, for a particular purpose.

“The company lent their expertise to help the startup succeed.”

4. noun

something that is given or provided for use, especially money borrowed from someone.

“The lend of money from my parents helped me through college.”