give vt gave, giv·en, giv·ing
1 a: to make a gift of
b: to grant or bestow by formal action
the law give s citizens the right to vote
2 a: to transfer from one's authority or custody
the sheriff gave the prisoner to the warden
b: to execute and deliver
all officers must give bond
c: to communicate or impart to another
failed to give adequate notice
d: to offer or submit for the consideration of another
give testimony in court
3: to yield possession of by way of exchange
will give top dollar for your used car
4 a: to impose as punishment
b: to award by formal verdict
judgment was given against the plaintiff
giv·er n
Merriam-Webster’s Dictionary of Law. Merriam-Webster. 1996.