What does GRANT mean?

Grant Part of Speech: verb, noun
Definition:

1. to give or allow someone something they have asked for or wanted
2. to approve or give permission for something
3. to admit or acknowledge something is true
4. a sum of money given by an organization, especially a government, for a particular purpose

Pronunciation:

1. US: /ɡrænt/
2. UK: /ɡrɑːnt/

Origin and Usage: The word "grant" originated from Old French "graunter" which means "to promise, guarantee, confirm." It was first used in the 13th century. The verb "grant" is commonly used in legal and administrative contexts to give permission or approval for something. The noun "grant" refers to a sum of money given by an organization, especially a government, for a particular purpose. Synonyms: allow, authorize, concede, donate, endow, gift, give, permit, present, provide, sanction Related Words: brant, giant, plant, trant Example Sentences:

1. The government has granted her request for asylum.
2. The city council granted permission for the new building.
3. The company granted that the product was faulty and offered a refund.
4. The research project received a grant of $50,000 from the National Science Foundation.