LEND

vt to let for hire or compensation; as, to lend a horse or gig.

2. lend ·vt to afford; to grant or furnish in general; as, to lend assistance; to lend one's name or influence.

3. lend ·vt to allow the possession and use of, on condition of the return of an equivalent in kind; as, to lend money or some article of food.

4. lend ·vt to allow the custody and use of, on condition of the return of the same; to grant the temporary use of; as, to lend a book;

— opposed to borrow.