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NGSL Rank: 76
give
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Meanings
verb
  • freely transfer the possession of (something) to (someone).
    E.g. she gave him presents and clothes
  • cause or allow (someone or something) to have or experience (something); provide with.
    E.g. you gave me such a fright
  • carry out or perform (a specified action).
    E.g. I gave a bow
  • yield as a product or result.
    E.g. milk is sometimes added to give a richer cheese
  • concede (something) as valid or deserved in respect of (someone).
    E.g. give him his due
  • state or put forward (information or argument).
    E.g. he did not give his name
  • alter in shape under pressure rather than resist or break.
    E.g. that chair doesn't give
noun
  • capacity to bend or alter in shape under pressure.
    E.g. plastic pots that have enough give to accommodate the vigorous roots

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