afford: meaning and definitions

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What is afford?

What is afford?

  • To have the financial means for; bear the cost of: not able to afford a new car.
  • To manage to spare or give up: can't afford an hour for lunch.
  • To manage or bear without disadvantage or risk to oneself: can afford to be tolerant.
  • To make available; provide: a sport affording good exercise; a tree that affords ample shade.

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