lend (EN)

verb

verb “lend”

1. to give something to someone temporarily, expecting it back
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   She lent her bicycle to her neighbor.
2. (of banks or lenders) to give money as a loan
   Banks lend money to individuals and businesses.
3. to provide or contribute something, especially an intangible quality
   The candles lent a warm glow to the room.
4. (reflexive) to be suitable or appropriate for a particular purpose
   This fabric lends itself to creating elegant dresses.