Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

grant

verb, noun
ɡrænt
Definition
To give or allow someone something in an official way.
Examples
  • The school received a grant to improve its science programs.
  • She had to apply for a grant to fund her project.
  • The government decided to grant him permission to travel.
Meaning
A grant is often an amount of money given by an organization, especially a government, to help someone do something, such as achieve a specific goal or conduct research.
Synonyms
  • bestow
  • confer
  • allow
  • provide