give
UK: ɡɪv | US: ɡɪv
Definition
vt. to voluntarily transfer possession of something to someone
vt. to yield or collapse under force or pressure
vi. to make a gift or donation
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Etymology
The word "give" originates from Old English giefan, meaning "to bestow or grant," derived from Proto-Germanic gebaną. It shares roots with Dutch geven and German geben. As a core verb in English, its compact structure reflects its ancient Germanic origins, evolving without clear morpheme boundaries. The concept of transferring possession has remained central to its meaning across centuries.
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