Meaning of the word admit in English

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admit

US /ədˈmɪt/
UK /ədˈmɪt/
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Verb

1.

confess to be true or to be the case, typically with reluctance

Example:
He finally admitted his mistake.
I must admit, I was wrong.
2.

allow someone to enter a place

Example:
The usher admitted us into the theater.
Only authorized personnel are admitted to this area.
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