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Commonlet
The correct spelling is let.
How to pronounce let
/lɛt/
nounIPA: /lɛt/
Say it like: Let
The correct spelling is let. The allowing of possession of a property etc. in exchange for rent. For example: "After he knocked for hours, I decided to let him come in."
Usage Examples
“After he knocked for hours, I decided to let him come in.”
“Let me alone!”
“The physicians let about a pint of his blood, but to no avail.”
Meanings
noun
- 1.The allowing of possession of a property etc. in exchange for rent.
- 2.An obstacle or hindrance.
- 3.The hindrance caused by the net during serve, only if the ball falls legally.
verb
- 1.To allow to, not to prevent (+ infinitive, but usually without to).
- 2.To leave.
- 3.To allow the release of (a fluid).
- 4.To allow possession of (a property etc.) in exchange for rent.
- 5.To give, grant, or assign, as a work, privilege, or contract; often with out.
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