given

The definition of given is something handed out, likely to happen, specified or granted.

(adjective)

An example of given is a box of books donated to charity; given to charity.
An example of given is a person who always shows up late to parties; given to being late.
An example of given is a time a person said they would be somewhere; a given time.

See given in Webster's New World College Dictionary

transitive verb, intransitive verb

give

adjective

bestowed; presented
accustomed, as from habit or inclination; prone: given to lying
stated; specified: a given date
taken as a premise; assumed; granted: given that ABC is a right triangle
issued or executed (on the specified date by the specified person): used in official documents

noun

that which is assumed to be true or is accepted as a fact

See given in American Heritage Dictionary 4

verb

Past participle of give.

adjective

a. Specified; fixed: We will meet at a given time and location.
b. Granted as a supposition; acknowledged or assumed: Given the condition of the engine, it is a wonder that it even starts.
Having a tendency; inclined: My neighbor is given to lavish spending.
Bestowed as a gift; presented.
Law Issued on a specified date. Used of legal documents.

noun

Something assumed or taken for granted. Often used in the plural.

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