give
give
gɪv
giv
British pronunciation
/ɡɪv/

Definition & Meaning of "give"in English

to give
01

to hand a thing to a person to look at, use, or keep

Ditransitive: to give sb sth | to give sth to sb
to give definition and meaning
example
Examples
The librarian gave me a book to borrow for my research.
1.1

to exchange money for a service or product

Transitive: to give a sum of money
to give definition and meaning
example
Examples
He gave a substantial amount to purchase tickets for the concert.
1.2

to administer a remedy or drug

Transitive: to give a medicine
Ditransitive: to give sb a medicine | to give a medicine to sb
example
Examples
The nurse will give the patient a dose of pain medication to alleviate discomfort.
02

to provide something for someone

Ditransitive: to give sb sth | to give sth to sb
Transitive: to give sth
example
Examples
The bakery is known for giving free samples of their new pastries.
2.1

to guess how long something will last

Ditransitive: to give sth an amount of time
example
Examples
The mechanic gave the old car about a year before it would need major repairs.
2.2

to dedicate energy, time, etc. to something or someone

Ditransitive: to give a task or activity one's time or energy | to give one's time or energy to a task or activity | to give one's time or energy to do sth
example
Examples
The artist gave countless hours to perfecting each detail of the masterpiece.
2.3

to grant a score to someone or something

Ditransitive: to give sb/sth a score or rating
example
Examples
The teacher gave the student's presentation a perfect score.
2.4

to sentence a person to a certain punishment or penalty

Ditransitive: to give sb a penalty | to give a penalty to sb
Transitive: to give a penalty
example
Examples
The judge had to give a sentence of community service to the first-time offender.
2.5

to produce a specific result, outcome, or product

Transitive: to give a specific outcome
example
Examples
Planting in well-fertilized soil will give healthier and more robust plants.
2.6

to make someone have a specific feeling

Ditransitive: to give sb a sensation
example
Examples
The heartfelt letter she received gave her a sense of warmth and joy.
2.7

to pass a disease or illness to someone else and cause them to become sick or infected

Ditransitive: to give a disease to sb
example
Examples
The traveler unknowingly gave the virus to fellow passengers on the plane.
03

(dummy verb) to perform an action that is specified by a noun

Transitive: to give sth
Ditransitive: to give sth sth
example
Examples
The car gave a sudden jerk when it hit a pothole.
04

to tell someone something from another person

Ditransitive: to give sb a message | to give a message to sb
example
Examples
I 'll give your message to Tom when I meet him for lunch.
05

to make a particular sound

Transitive: to give a sound or reaction
example
Examples
Startled by the sudden noise, she gave a scream.
06

to let someone contact a particular person on the phone

Ditransitive: to give sb to sb
example
Examples
Let me give you to my colleague who can provide more information on that topic.
07

to curve or stretch because of pressure

Intransitive
example
Examples
The spring mattress gives a little under the weight, providing a comfortable sleep surface.
7.1

to be willing to compromise or adjust one's position by giving up some demands

Intransitive
example
Examples
In negotiations, both parties need to give a little to reach a mutually beneficial agreement.
08

(of a referee or umpire) to decide if a player or ball is out or offside during a game

Transitive: to give a decision
example
Examples
The referee had to give a quick decision on whether the soccer player was offside.
8.1

(in sports) to declare that a goal has been fairly and legitimately scored

Transitive: to give a goal
example
Examples
The goal judge raised the flag to give the goal, signaling a successful shot into the net.
09

to host or organize a party, event, gathering, or similar social occasion

Transitive: to give a social event
example
Examples
As a tradition, the family gives a holiday gathering every Christmas Eve.
10

to convey a message, emotion, or signal through a physical gesture, such as with the hand, face, or body

Transitive: to give a message or signal
example
Examples
She gave a nod of approval when she liked the idea.
11

to transfer or offer something, such as a present, donation, or assistance, to someone voluntarily.

Transitive: to give sth
Ditransitive: to give sth to sb | to give sb sth
example
Examples
He decided to give her a beautiful necklace for her birthday.
12

to share information or details with someone

Ditransitive: to give sb information or details
Transitive: to give information or details
example
Examples
The witness gave a detailed account of the events leading to the accident.
13

to formally grant approval for a marriage, typically a father approving his daughter's marriage

Transitive: to give one's daughter
example
Examples
The father proudly gave his daughter in marriage to the man she loved.
14

to attribute in thought or speech

Transitive: to give credit or recognition
Ditransitive: to give credit or recognition to sb
example
Examples
She would often give credit to her team for the project's success.
15

to suddenly break or move due to pressure or weight

Intransitive
example
Examples
The door finally gave under the force of the strong wind.
16

to agree to engage in sexual intercourse with someone

Ditransitive: to give oneself to one's partner
example
Examples
He decided to give himself to the woman he loved, marking a significant step in their relationship.
17

to behave toward someone in a manner that reflects a specific attitude or feeling

Ditransitive: to give sb an attitude or feeling | to give an attitude or feeling to sb
example
Examples
The employee gives unwavering loyalty to the company, always going above and beyond.
18

to perform something in a public setting

Transitive: to give a performance or speech
example
Examples
The author will be giving a book reading at the local bookstore next week.
19

to provide someone with the permission or opportunity to do something

Ditransitive: to give sb permission or opportunity
example
Examples
The manager gave the team permission to work from home when necessary.
20

to provide someone with instructions as to what they should do

Ditransitive: to give sb instructions
example
Examples
The commander gave the troops orders to hold their positions until further notice.
21

to create problems or difficulties for someone

Ditransitive: to give sb problems
example
Examples
The unexpected change in plans gave the team problems in meeting the deadline.
22

to assign someone with a particular job, task, etc.

Ditransitive: to give sb a task
example
Examples
The manager gave each team member a project to complete by the end of the week.
23

to add or improve a specific quality in someone or something

Ditransitive: to give sb/sth a specific quality
example
Examples
His kindness gives his personality an endearing charm.
24

to allow someone a specified amount of time for a task or obligation

Ditransitive: to give sb an amount of time
example
Examples
The teacher gave the students an extra hour to complete the exam.
25

to initiate a telephone conversation with someone by making a phone call

Ditransitive: to give sb a call
example
Examples
After the meeting, I 'll give you a call to discuss the project details.
26

to introduce or present a speaker or entertainer

Ditransitive: to give an audience a speaker or entertainer
example
Examples
Ladies and gentlemen, for your enjoyment tonight, I give you the talented singer, Sarah Williams!
27

to deliver a judgment or verdict with authority

Transitive: to give a decision or verdict
example
Examples
After carefully considering the evidence, the jury gave their unanimous verdict.
28

to admit defeat or surrender

Intransitive
example
Examples
Faced with overwhelming odds, the general decided to give and avoid further casualties.
29

to assign a name to someone or something

Ditransitive: to give sth a name or title | to give a name or title to sth
example
Examples
She decided to give the new puppy the name " Charlie. "
Give
01

the elasticity of something that can be stretched and returns to its original length

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