verb
allow
uh-LOWW/əˈlaʊ/
To permit or make possible an action.
The attendant opens the gate to allow the visitor through.
Etymology
The praise root led through commending and approving to sanctioning or permitting. This strand merged with a separate verb meaning 'allocate,' but approval supplies the useful connection to this sense.
In context
fluid can be added to the system to prevent moisture and air entering the system a flexible rubber diaphragm is located under the cap a vent hole is used to allow atmospheric pressure to move the rubber diaphragm
More examples
- These windows allow fresh air to circulate.
- The teacher allowed extra time for the assignment.
- Moving the shelves is allowing us to fit another desk.
Forms
allow · allows · allowed · allowing
allowable adjective — Permitted under rules or accepted standards.