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Meaning of the word allowing in English

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allowing

Verb

1.

give (someone) permission to do something.

Example:
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the dissident was allowed to leave the country
Synonym:
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Synonym:
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2.

give the necessary time or opportunity for.

Example:
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he stopped for a moment to allow his eyes to adjust
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