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borrow

/ˈbɔːrəʊ/
Word
Definition

To borrow something is to take it and then give it back later.

Example Sentence

Can I borrow a pencil to use today? I’ll give it back to you tomorrow.

Source: 4000 Essential English Words - Book 1

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