Lend — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb /ˈlend/

Meaning & Definition of Lend

Lend (verb)

  1. to give for temporary use on condition that the same or its equivalent be returned
  2. to put at another's temporary disposal
  3. to let out (money) for temporary use on condition of repayment with interest

Lend (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. to give to another for temporary use with the understanding that it or a like thing will be returned

    "I can lend you my copy of the textbook until the weekend"

    "can you lend me five dollars?"

    similar: advance, loan
    related: furnish, give, grant, lease, let (chiefly British), rent
    opposite: borrow
    near: receive, take

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Lend

The most common words with a similar meaning to Lend:

advance, loan

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Lend

Words with the opposite meaning of Lend:

borrow

Related Words for Lend

furnish, give, grant, lease, let, rent

Near Antonyms of Lend

receive, take

Word Forms of Lend

Inflections: lent, lending

Derived words: lendable (adjective), lender (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Lend

Middle English lenen, (15th century) lenden "to give, bestow, give for temporary use," going back to Old English lǣnan, derivative of lǣn "something lent, grant, gift" loan:1

First known use: before 12th centuryt

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Lend

Words & Phrases Containing Lend

lend-lease, lend a hand, lend itself to, lend one's name, lend weight/credence/credibility, give/lend me a hand with, give/lend one's name to

Frequently Asked Questions about Lend

What does "Lend" mean?

"Lend" means to give for temporary use on condition that the same or its equivalent be returned. As a verb, it is defined as: to give for temporary use on condition that the same or its equivalent be returned.

What is another word for "Lend"?

Other words for "Lend" include advance and loan. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Lend" you intend.

What is the opposite of "Lend"?

Antonyms of "Lend" include borrow. Near antonyms include receive and take.

How do you use "Lend" in a sentence?

Examples of "Lend" in a sentence: "I can lend you my copy of the textbook until the weekend"; "can you lend me five dollars?".

Is "Lend" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Lend" is a verb.

Is "Lend" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As an A2-level word, "Lend" is typical of Cambridge A2 Key (KET), PTE Academic 30–42, TOEIC Listening & Reading 225+.

How do you pronounce "Lend"?

"Lend" is pronounced /ˈlend/.

What is the origin of the word "Lend"?

"Lend" comes from Middle English lenen, (15th century) lenden "to give, bestow, give for temporary use," going back to Old English lǣnan, derivative of lǣn "something lent, grant, gift" loan:1. First known use: before 12th centuryt.