This meaning is the past tense and past participle of lend and refers to allowing temporary use of something.
She lent me her bicycle.
The bank lent the company additional money.
This figurative meaning refers to adding, providing, or contributing a particular quality or effect.
The candles lent the room a warm atmosphere.
Her experience lent credibility to the proposal.
With a capital letter, Lent refers to the religious period of prayer, fasting, and reflection leading up to Easter.
Many Christians fast during Lent.
The church holds special services throughout Lent.
