Definitions
How to pronounce gives:
Gives - as a noun
The elasticity of something that can be stretched and returns to its original length
Gives - as a verb
Cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense
Example: "She gave him a black eye"
Be the cause or source of
Example: "He gave me a lot of trouble"
Transfer possession of something concrete or abstract to somebody
Example: "I gave her my money"
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Convey or reveal information
Example: "Give one's name"
Convey, as of a compliment, regards, attention, etc.; bestow
Example: "Don't pay him any mind"
Organize or be responsible for
Example: "Hold a reception"
Convey or communicate; of a smile, a look, a physical gesture
Example: "Throw a glance"
Give as a present; make a gift of
Example: "What will you give her for her birthday?"
Cause to happen or be responsible for
Example: "His two singles gave the team the victory"
Give or supply
Example: "The cow brings in 5 liters of milk"
Transmit (knowledge or skills)
Example: "Give a secret to the russians"
Bring about
Example: "The trompe l'oeil-illusion establishes depth"
Leave with; give temporarily
Example: "Can i give you my keys while i go in the pool?"
Emit or utter
Example: "Give a gulp"
Place into the hands or custody of
Example: "Hand me the spoon, please"
Give entirely to a specific person, activity, or cause
Example: "She committed herself to the work of god"
Give (as medicine)
Example: "I gave him the drug"
Give or convey physically
Example: "She gave him first aid"
Bestow
Example: "Give homage"
Move in order to make room for someone for something
Example: "The park gave way to a supermarket"
Give food to
Example: "Feed the starving children in india"
Contribute to some cause
Example: "I gave at the office"
Break down, literally or metaphorically
Example: "The wall collapsed"
Estimate the duration or outcome of something
Example: "He gave the patient three months to live"
Execute and deliver
Example: "Give bond"
Deliver in exchange or recompense
Example: "I'll give you three books for four cds"
Present to view
Example: "He gave the sign to start"
Perform for an audience
Example: "Pollini is giving another concert in new york"
Be flexible under stress of physical force
Example: "This material doesn't give"
Propose
Example: "He gave the first of many toasts at the birthday party"
Accord by verdict
Example: "Give a decision for the plaintiff"
Manifest or show
Example: "This student gives promise of real creativity"
Offer in good faith
Example: "He gave her his word"
Submit for consideration, judgment, or use
Example: "Give one's opinion"
Guide or direct, as by behavior of persuasion
Example: "You gave me to think that you agreed with me"
Allow to have or take
Example: "I give you two minutes to respond"
Inflict as a punishment
Example: "She gave the boy a good spanking"
Occur
Example: "What gives?"
Consent to engage in sexual intercourse with a man
Example: "She gave herself to many men"
Proffer (a body part)
Example: "She gave her hand to her little sister"
Example Sentences
Word Game Points
GIVES has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.
GIVES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.
GIVES has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.
