grant
grant
grænt
grānt
British pronunciation
/ɡɹˈɑːnt/

Definition & Meaning of "grant"in English

to grant
01

to let someone have something, especially something that they have requested

Transitive: to grant a request
to grant definition and meaning
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The teacher decided to grant extra time for students to complete their assignments.
02

to give something, such as a prize, honor, or right, as a result of an achievement

Ditransitive: to grant sb an award or honor | to grant an award or honor to sb
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The committee granted him the award for his outstanding research.
03

to acknowledge or admit that something is true

Ditransitive: to grant sb that
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I grant you that the project has some flaws, but it ’s still a success.
04

to allow something as a special favor or indulgence, often out of kindness or generosity

Ditransitive: to grant sb a favor
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The hotel granted us a complimentary upgrade to a better room.
05

to formally give something, often after careful consideration or approval, especially in a manner that acknowledges its significance or importance

Ditransitive: to grant sb sth | to grant sth to sb
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The committee unanimously decided to grant the local artist a residency, recognizing her unique contribution to the community.
06

to officially give someone ownership or rights to something through a formal agreement or document

Ditransitive: to grant sb a right or property | to grant a right or property to sb
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The deed granted him full ownership of the property.
Grant
01

an amount of money given by the government or another organization for a specific purpose

grant definition and meaning

What is a "grant"?

A grant is a sum of money provided by an organization, government, or foundation to support a specific purpose or project. Grants are typically given to individuals, organizations, or institutions that meet certain criteria, and they do not need to be repaid. They can be awarded for a variety of reasons, such as funding research, supporting education, or assisting with community development. Grants are often based on need, merit, or specific goals that align with the goals of the granting organization.

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The research team received a grant to fund their study on renewable energy.
02

a formal legal transfer of property or rights, usually documented in writing

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The deed represented a grant of the property to the new owner.
03

a right, privilege, or entitlement formally bestowed

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The university received a grant to award patents.
04

a contract or license that confers the right to operate a subsidiary business or enterprise

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The franchise operates under a grant from the parent company.
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