granting

UK: ˈɡrɑːntɪŋ | US: ˈɡræntɪŋ

Definition

  1. v. (present participle of "grant")

    1. Agreeing to give or allow something requested.
    1. Admitting or conceding (a point) in an argument.
    1. (Legal) Transferring property or rights formally.
Structure
grant <to allow, from Old French "granter">ing <present participle suffix>
Etymology

The verb "grant" originates from Old French granter (to promise, agree), derived from Latin credentare (to make believe), influenced by crēdere (to believe). The -ing suffix marks the present participle form in English, indicating ongoing action. Over time, "grant" evolved from a general sense of agreement to formal approval (e.g., legal rights or privileges).

Examples

  1. The committee is granting her request for additional funding.

  2. Granting his lack of experience, he performed exceptionally well.

  3. The king signed a decree granting land to the settlers.

  4. She hesitated before granting permission for the trip.

  5. The court is granting the appeal after reviewing new evidence.