English dictionary
give
/g/I/v/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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the elasticity of something that can be stretched and returns to its original length
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verb
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cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense
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be the cause or source of
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transfer possession of something concrete or abstract to somebody
ExamplesCan you give me lessons?
Antonyms takeSource: WordNet 3.0
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convey or reveal information
ExamplesGive one's name.
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convey, as of a compliment, regards, attention, etc.; bestow
ExamplesGive the orders.
Give him my best regards.
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organize or be responsible for
ExamplesGive a course.
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convey or communicate; of a smile, a look, a physical gesture
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give as a present; make a gift of
ExamplesWhat will you give her for her birthday?
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cause to happen or be responsible for
Synonyms yieldSource: WordNet 3.0
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dedicate
ExamplesGive thought to.
Give priority to.
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give or supply
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transmit (knowledge or skills)
ExamplesGive a secret to the Russians.
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bring about
Synonyms establishSource: WordNet 3.0
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leave with; give temporarily
ExamplesCan I give you my keys while I go in the pool?
Can I give you the children for the weekend?
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emit or utter
ExamplesGive a gulp.
Give a yelp.
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endure the loss of
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place into the hands or custody of
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give entirely to a specific person, activity, or cause
ExamplesGive one's talents to a good cause.
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give (as medicine)
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give or convey physically
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bestow
ExamplesGive homage.
Synonyms renderSource: WordNet 3.0
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bestow, especially officially
ExamplesGive a divorce.
Synonyms grantSource: WordNet 3.0
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move in order to make room for someone for something
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give food to
ExamplesDon't give the child this tough meat.
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contribute to some cause
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break down, literally or metaphorically
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estimate the duration or outcome of something
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execute and deliver
ExamplesGive bond.
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deliver in exchange or recompense
ExamplesI'll give you three books for four CDs.
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afford access to
ExamplesThe French doors give onto a terrace.
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present to view
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perform for an audience
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be flexible under stress of physical force
ExamplesThis material doesn't give.
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propose
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accord by verdict
ExamplesGive a decision for the plaintiff.
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manifest or show
ExamplesThis student gives promise of real creativity.
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offer in good faith
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submit for consideration, judgment, or use
ExamplesGive one's opinion.
Give an excuse.
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guide or direct, as by behavior of persuasion
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allow to have or take
ExamplesI give you two minutes to respond.
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inflict as a punishment
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occur
ExamplesWhat gives?
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consent to engage in sexual intercourse with a man
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proffer (a body part)
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To bestow without receiving a return; to confer without compensation; to impart, as a possession; to grant, as authority or permission; to yield up or allow.
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To give a gift or gifts.
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To afford a view of; as, his window <i>gave</i> the park.
Source: webster1913