1. to take and use something that belongs to someone else with the intention of returning it
2. to take money from a bank or other institution with an agreement to pay it back with interest
3. to take or adopt an idea, word, or custom from another source

Examples

• Can I borrow your pen for a moment?
• She borrowed three books from the library.
• They borrowed money to buy their first house.
• The company borrowed funds to expand operations.
• English has borrowed many words from other languages.
• The architect borrowed elements from classical design.
• I need to borrow your car this afternoon.