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Borrow has 6 different meanings across 2 categories:

Verb · Proper Noun

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Noun
1

Deviation of the path of a rolling ball from a straight line; slope; slant.

"The king demanded that the defeated general provide his family as a borrowed to ensure he would never attack again."

2

A ransom; a pledge or guarantee.

Verb
1

get temporarily

"May I borrow your lawn mower?"

2

take up and practice as one's own

"She borrowed her mentor's philosophy to guide her through the difficult project."

3

To receive (something) from somebody temporarily, expecting to return it.

"I need to borrow your marker for a few minutes while I finish my math problem."

Proper Noun
1

A surname​.

"My neighbor, Mr. Borrow, lent me his lawnmower yesterday."

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