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Meaning of surrendering

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

surrendering

verb

Definitions

  1. To give up into the power, control, or possession of another.

  2. (by extension) To yield (a town, a fortification, etc.) to an enemy.

  3. To give oneself up into the power of another, especially as a prisoner; to submit or give in.

    Example: I surrender!

  4. To give up possession of; to yield; to resign.

    Example: to surrender a right, privilege, or advantage

noun

Definitions

  1. An act of surrender.