Definition

/ˈɡɪ.vən/

verb

(ditransitive) To move, shift, provide something abstract or concrete to someone or something or somewhere.
(ditransitive) To estimate or predict (a duration or probability) for (something).
“I give it a 95% chance of success.”
To yield slightly when a force is applied.
To collapse under pressure or force.
“One pillar gave, then more, and suddenly the whole floor pancaked onto the floor below.”
To provide, as, a service or a broadcast.
“They're giving my favorite show!”

noun

A condition that is assumed to be true without further evaluation.
“When evaluating this math problem, don't forget to read the givens.”

adjective

Already arranged.
Currently discussed.
Particular, specific.
“No more than three people can be in that space at a given time.”
Assumed as fact or hypothesis.
“Given that we will get the resources, what do we want to achieve?”
(with to) Prone, disposed.
“He was given to taking a couple of glasses of port at his club.”

preposition