Definitions
There are 7 meanings of the word
Lending.
Lending - as a noun
Disposing of money or property with the expectation that the same thing (or an equivalent) will be returned
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
loaningHypernyms (Closely Related)
disposaldispositionHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Lending - as a verb
To allow to be used by someone temporarily, on condition that it or its equivalent will be returned.
Example: "I lent her 10 euros to pay for the train tickets, and she paid me back the next day."
To make a loan.
To be suitable or applicable, to fit.
Example: "Poems do not lend themselves to translation easily."
To afford; to grant or furnish in general.
Example: "Can you lend me some assistance?"
To borrow.
Lending - as an adjective
That lends.
Example: "A lending library"
Example Sentences
"He works for a lending institution that specializes in car loans."
"I am in need of some lending to start my own business."
"The bank offers flexible lending options for homebuyers."
"She has a lending library in her basement with hundreds of books."
"The lending process usually involves a financial assessment."
Word Game Points
Is LENDING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, lending is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
LENDING has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.
Is LENDING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, lending is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordLENDING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.
Is LENDING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, lending is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordLENDING has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.