providing love or other emotional support; caring

he was very giving and supportive

freely transfer the possession of (something) to (someone)

she gave him presents and clothes

the chequegiven to the jeweller proved worthless

he gave the papers back

cause or allow (someone or something) to have or experience (something); provide with

you gave me such a fright

this leaflet gives our opening times

carry out or perform (a specified action)

I gave a bow

he gave the counter a polish

yield as a product or result

milk is sometimes added to give a richer cheese

concede (something) as valid or deserved in respect of (someone)

give him his due

state or put forward (information or argument)

he did not give his name

alter in shape under pressure rather than resist or break

that chair doesn't give