granting
v. B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈɡɹænɪŋ// UK //ɡɹˈɑːntɪŋ// grant·ing
v. to give someone something they have asked for, like permission, money, or a legal right. It is a more formal way to say 'give' or 'allow'.
v. to agree to give or allow something requested; to formally bestow a right or privilege. Often used in legal, administrative, or formal contexts.
The committee is granting him a second chance.
After reviewing the evidence, the judge is granting the request for a new trial next month.
By granting the local community more autonomy over their resources, the central government hopes to foster a sense of ownership and reduce long-standing regional tensions.
Usage
The verb is transitive and can take both a direct and indirect object ('granting someone something').