leave

B1
Pronunciation
/liːv/
/liv/
Noun
5 definition(s)
1 Definition

The action of the batsman not attempting to play at the ball.

2 Definition

The arrangement of balls in play that remains after a shot is made (which determines whether the next shooter β€” who may be either the same player, or an opponent β€” has good options, or only poor ones).

3 Definition

Permission to be absent; time away from one's work.

Example Sentences
  • I've been given three weeks' leave by my boss.
4 Definition

Permission.

Example Sentences
  • Might I beg leave to accompany you?
5 Definition

Farewell, departure.

Example Sentences
  • I took my leave of the gentleman without a backward glance.
Verb
8 definition(s)
1 Definition

To have a consequence or remnant.

2 Definition

To depart; to separate from.

3 Definition

To transfer something.

4 Definition

To remain (behind); to stay.

5 Definition

To stop, desist from; to "leave off" (+ noun / gerund).

6 Definition

To give leave to; allow; permit; let; grant.

Example Sentences
  • We were not left go to the beach after school except on a weekend.
7 Definition

To produce leaves or foliage.

8 Definition

To raise; to levy.