Grant

/ɑɹɑːnt/

The meaning and definition of Grant, with examples, synonyms, and a word game to make it stick.

Definition

verb
  1. (ditransitive) to give (permission or wish)
    β€œHe was granted permission to attend the meeting.”
  2. (ditransitive) To bestow or confer, with or without compensation, particularly in answer to prayer or request; to give.
noun
  1. A transfer of property by deed or writing; especially, an appropriation or conveyance made by the government.
    β€œa grant of land or of money”
  2. The thing or property granted; a gift; a boon.
    β€œI got a grant from the government to study archeology in Egypt.”
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