lend
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/lend/
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/lend/
to let someone use something that you own, with the understanding they will give it back
Can you lend me your pen for a moment?
你能把笔借我用一会儿吗?
to give money to someone who agrees to pay it back later, often with extra money called interest
The bank will lend money to people who have good jobs.
银行会向有稳定工作的人提供贷款。
to add a particular feeling or quality to something
The soft music will lend a peaceful feeling to the room.
柔和的音乐将为房间增添一种宁静的氛围。
to give help or support to someone
My friend came to lend me support during the difficult time.
在我困难的时候,我的朋友来给予我支持。