borrow
verb (used with object)
to take or obtain with the promise to return the same or an equivalent.
Borrovian
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a word derived from
Borrow.
Example Sentences
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So on the strength of this little piece of genealogy let me claim, not only to be a good Borrovian, but also a good Norvicensian.
From Immortal Memories by Shorter, Clement King
The article showed a great deal of what may be called Borrovian knowledge of the Welsh language and Welsh literature, and perhaps it is not ungenerous to say a good deal of Borrovian ignorance too.
From Wild Wales The People, Laguage & Scenery by Borrow, George Henry
His passion for places—roads, rivers, hills, and inns; his dancing persiflage and buoyancy; his Borrovian love of vagabondage—these are the glories of a style that is quick, close-knit, virile, and vibrant.
From Shandygaff by Morley, Christopher
The present Celebration will bring fresh fame to Norwich, and no doubt will give an immense impulse to Borrovian sentiment in his beloved city.
From Souvenir of the George Borrow Celebration Norwich, July 5th, 1913 by Hooper, James
It is all consistent with the Borrovian inconsistency.
From The Critical Game by Macy, John Albert
