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Moderateletting
The correct spelling is letting.
How to pronounce letting
/ˈlɛtɪŋ/
verbIPA: /ˈlɛtɪŋ/
Say it like: Let-tin-g
The correct spelling is letting. To allow to, not to prevent (+ infinitive, but usually without to). 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
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.
noun
- 1.The rental of accommodation.
- 2.The award of a public contract
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