Meaning of the word let in English

What does let mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

let

US /let/

UK /let/

allow (someone) to do something or (something) to happen without opposition or hindrance

Example:

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She wouldn't let him go.

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Let me help you with that.

Synonym:

allow permit enable authorize sanction

(in tennis and other net games) a serve that touches the net but lands in the correct service court, resulting in the serve being replayed

Example:

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The umpire called a let after the ball clipped the net.

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It was a clear let, so the point will be replayed.

a period during which a property is leased or rented

Example:

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The house is available for let from next month.

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They put their apartment up for let.

Synonym:

lease rent hire

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