give
//ɡɪv//
Verb
giveInfinitive
givePresent tense
gavePast tense
givenPast participle
givingPresent participle
givesThird-person singular
1
to transfer possession of something to someone without expecting payment
She gave me a book for my birthday.
2
to provide or supply something
The sun gives us light and warmth.
3
to perform or execute an action
She gave a speech at the conference.
4
to yield or collapse under pressure
The branch gave under his weight.
5
to communicate or tell something to someone
Can you give me directions to the station?
Noun
1
the quality of being flexible or elastic; capacity to bend or stretch
This fabric has a lot of give, so it's comfortable to wear.