Word of the day · Monday 5 October 2026
grant
verb to agree to do, give, or allow (something asked for or hoped for)
noun an amount of money that is given to someone by a government, a company, etc., to be used for a particular purpose (such as scientific research)
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Meaning: (verb) to agree to do, give, or allow (something asked for or hoped for)
Also: (noun) an amount of money that is given to someone by a government, a company, etc., to be used for a particular purpose (such as scientific research)
Pronounced: ˈgrænt
In a sentence: The mayor refused to grant my request for an interview.
Quick way to remember: think of giving someone a gift.
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