ichidan verb, transitive verb
Transitive verb meaning to lend money or goods, often with a nuance of formal or business-like lending. Similar to 貸す but can imply a more deliberate or contractual act.
銀行が中小企業に資金を貸し付ける。
The bank lends funds to small and medium-sized enterprises.
I lent a book to a friend, but it hasn't been returned yet.