Allow
Verb
UK
/əˈlaʊ/
US
/əˈlaʊ/
Definition
To give permission or make something possible.
Example
"Her mother allowed her to go outside."
"The teacher allowed extra time for the test because the students needed help."
"Good communication allows people to understand each other better."
Explanation
To allow means to give permission for something to happen or someone to do something. It is often used when someone is in charge or has control, like a parent, teacher, or law. If you allow someone to do something, you are saying it’s okay or giving them the right to do it. It can also mean making something possible.