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lets

The correct spelling is lets.

How to pronounce lets

noun

IPA: /lɛts/

Say it like: Let-s

The correct spelling is lets. 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. 1.The allowing of possession of a property etc. in exchange for rent.
  2. 2.An obstacle or hindrance.
  3. 3.The hindrance caused by the net during serve, only if the ball falls legally.

verb

  1. 1.To allow to, not to prevent (+ infinitive, but usually without to).
  2. 2.To leave.
  3. 3.To allow the release of (a fluid).
  4. 4.To allow possession of (a property etc.) in exchange for rent.
  5. 5.To give, grant, or assign, as a work, privilege, or contract; often with out.

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