Definition of "borrow"
Kid-friendly meaning of borrow, with part of speech, syllables, and example sentences for grades K-2, 3-5, and 6-8.
What does "borrow" mean?
borrow (verb) — to take something for a while and plan to give it back.
Example sentences using "borrow"
Grade K–2
Can I borrow that?
Grade 3–5
I asked if I could borrow her notes from yesterday because I was sick.
Grade 6–8
When you borrow a library book, the small fee for keeping it past the due date pays for repairs and new books, so returning on time helps everyone.
Opposites of "borrow"
Words that rhyme with "borrow"
📖 Try the live tool
Look up the definition of any word in the Definition Finder.
Open Definition Finder for borrow →