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borrowing

noun

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Meaning

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The act of taking and using something that belongs to someone else, with the intention of returning it later.

Example Sentence

The library's policy allows members to enjoy borrowing books for up to three weeks.

Usage Note

Used when someone temporarily takes something from another person or institution, often with the expectation of returning it, or when a language adopts words from another.