Leave: meaning, definitions and examples

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leave

 

[ liːv ]

Verb / Noun
Oxford 3000
Context #1 | Verb

action

to go away from a place and not take something or someone with you

Synonyms

depart, exit, go away

Examples of usage

  • She left the room without saying a word.
  • He left his keys on the table.
Context #2 | Verb

permission

to allow something to remain in the same place or condition

Synonyms

allow, let, permit

Examples of usage

  • Leave the door open.
  • Can I leave my bag here?
Context #3 | Noun

permission

permission to do something

Synonyms

approval, authorization, permission

Examples of usage

  • She asked for a leave of absence from work.
  • He was granted leave to attend the funeral.

Translations

Translations of the word "leave" in other languages:

🇵🇹 deixar

🇮🇳 छोड़ना (chhodna)

🇩🇪 verlassen

🇮🇩 meninggalkan

🇺🇦 залишати

🇵🇱 zostawić

🇯🇵 去る (saru)

🇫🇷 quitter

🇪🇸 dejar

🇹🇷 bırakmak

🇰🇷 떠나다 (tteonada)

🇸🇦 يترك (yatruk)

🇨🇿 opustit

🇸🇰 opustiť

🇨🇳 离开 (líkāi)

🇸🇮 zapustiti

🇮🇸 yfirgefa

🇰🇿 қалдыру (qaldyrw)

🇬🇪 დატოვება (datoveba)

🇦🇿 tərk etmək

🇲🇽 dejar

Etymology

The word 'leave' has Old English origins, coming from the word 'læfan' which means 'to allow to remain'. Over time, the word evolved to encompass various meanings related to departure, permission, and absence. Its usage has been recorded in literature and documents throughout history, showcasing its importance in communication and social interactions.

See also: leaven, leaving.

Word Frequency Rank

At #560 in the frequency ranking, this word is highly important for effective communication. It's commonly used in daily situations and should be prioritized in your vocabulary building.