letting
Pronunciation:
/ˈlɛtɪŋ/verb
Definitions
To allow to, not to prevent (+ infinitive, but usually without to).
Example: After he knocked for hours, I decided to let him come in.
To leave.
Example: Let me alone!
To allow the release of (a fluid).
Example: The physicians let about a pint of his blood, but to no avail.
To allow possession of (a property etc.) in exchange for rent.
Example: I decided to let the farmhouse to a couple while I was working abroad.
verb
Definitions
To hinder, prevent, impede, hamper, cumber; to obstruct (someone or something).
To prevent someone from doing something; also to prevent something from happening.
To tarry or delay.
noun
Definitions
The rental of accommodation.
The award of a public contract