Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
borrow
verb
/ˈbɔːroʊ/
Definition
To take and use something belonging to someone else with the intention of returning it later.
Examples
- I need to borrow a pencil to complete my homework.
- Can I borrow some money until payday?
- She borrowed a book from the library to read over the weekend.
Meaning
When you borrow something, you temporarily use it. This can be money, items, or ideas, with the agreement to return or repay it.
Synonyms
- loan
- rent
- secure
- acquire
- obtain
