Definitions for 'borrow':
Below, we have different definitions or meanings of the word borrow. These different definitions are grouped based on the different parts of speech. You will also find examples for every definition if available
Noun: Nouns are words that represent people, places, things, or ideas.
UK: /ˈbɔɹoʊ/
US: /ˈbɒɹəʊ/
Definition 1
Deviation of the path of a rolling ball from a straight line; slope; slant.
This putt has a big left-to right borrow on it.
Definition 2
A borrow pit.
Definition 3
In the Rust programming language, the situation where the ownership of a value is temporarily transferred to another region of code.
Verb: Verbs are action words that describe actions or states.
UK: /ˈbɔɹoʊ/
US: /ˈbɒɹəʊ/
Definition 1
To receive (something) from somebody temporarily, expecting to return it.
Definition 2
To take money from a bank under the agreement that the bank will be paid over the course of time.
Definition 3
To adopt (an idea) as one's own.
to borrow the style, manner, or opinions of another
Definition 4
To adopt a word from another language.
Definition 5
In a subtraction, to deduct (one) from a digit of the minuend and add ten to the following digit, in order that the subtraction of a larger digit in the subtrahend from the digit in the minuend to which ten is added gives a positive result.
Definition 6
(Upper Midwestern United States) To lend.
Definition 7
To temporarily obtain (something) for (someone).
Definition 8
To feign or counterfeit.
Definition 9
(obsolete except in ballads) To secure the release of (someone) from prison.
Definition 10
To receive (something) from somebody, with little possibility of returning it.
Can I borrow a sheet of paper?
Noun: Nouns are words that represent people, places, things, or ideas.
UK: /ˈbɔɹoʊ/
US: /ˈbɒɹəʊ/
Definition 1
A ransom; a pledge or guarantee.
Definition 2
A surety; someone standing bail.
Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms: adopt, use
Antonyms: carry, give back, lend, return
