give — to freely transfer the possession of something to someone
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to freely transfer the possession of something to someone
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɡɪv/
Example Sentences
- My mom always gives me extra food, saying I'm too skinny.
- The teacher gave us homework on Friday - what a surprise!
- Can you give me directions to the nearest coffee shop?
give
VERB[/ɡɪv/]
to freely transfer the possession of something to someone
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🎤Pronunciation
🇺🇸 US/ɡɪv/
🇬🇧 UK/ɡɪv/
🌳Etymology
Rootgive
🎵Rhyme
liveforgivepositive
live
forgive
positive
🔗Collocations
give up
give away
give back
give birth
give advice
give permission
give a hand
📝Examples
😄 Fun example
“My mom always gives me extra food, saying I'm too skinny.”
😄 Fun example
“The teacher gave us homework on Friday - what a surprise!”
“Can you give me directions to the nearest coffee shop?”
😄 Fun example
“She gave him a look that could freeze water.”
“The charity gives food to homeless people every weekend.”
📚Related Words
Synonyms
provideofferpresentdonatehand
Antonyms
takereceiveget
Related
giftgenerositysharecontributiondelivery
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