Lend/lend/ Definition 1 of 4Pro Tip 1/3Temporary Transfer Use 'lend' when something is given temporarily and you expect its return. Could you lend me your charger until tomorrow? Pro Tip 2/3Not for Sale 'Lend' implies the item will be returned, not sold. I'll lend you my bike for your race, just bring it back in one piece. Pro Tip 3/3Personal Trust Choosing to 'lend' often depends on trusting the person to give it back. I don't usually lend out my books, but I know you'll take care of it.