Pronunciation: /lɛnd liz/
noun a system by which the United States aided its World War II allies with war materials, such as ammunition, tanks, airplanes, and food, before the United States entered the war
A1 My neighbor asked to borrow my lawnmower through a lend lease agreement.
A2 During World War II, the United States provided military equipment to its allies through the lend lease program.
B1 The lend lease agreement between the two companies allowed for the exchange of technology and resources.
B2 The lend lease policy was instrumental in strengthening diplomatic relations between the two countries.
C1 The lend lease program was a crucial factor in the economic recovery of war-torn nations.
C2 The lend lease arrangement proved to be beneficial for both parties involved in the trade agreement.
verb to provide or allow the use of something temporarily on the condition that it will be returned or repaid
A1 I lend lease my bike to my friend.
A2 She often lends leases her textbooks to classmates.
B1 The company decided to lend lease some equipment to the startup.
B2 The government agreed to lend lease military supplies to the allied country.
C1 The museum agreed to lend lease the artwork for a special exhibition.
C2 The landlord decided to lend lease the property to a new tenant.
formal The lend lease program was a key component of the Allied war effort during World War II.
informal My grandfather told me stories about the lend lease program helping out other countries during the war.
slang The lend lease deal was like hooking a friend up with some much-needed support.
figurative Their friendship was like a lend lease agreement, always there to support each other in times of need.
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