Defn: p. p. & a. from Give, v.
1. (Math. & Logic)
Defn: Granted; assumed; supposed to be known; set forth as a known quantity, relation, or premise.
2. Disposed; inclined; — used with an adv.; as, virtuously given. Shak.
3. Stated; fixed; as, in a given time. Given name, the Christian name, or name given by one's parents or guardians, as distinguished from the surname, which is inherited. [Colloq.]
GIVER
Giv"er, n.
Defn: One who gives; a donor; a bestower; a grantor; one who imparts
or distributes.
It is the giver, and not the gift, that engrosses the heart of the
Christian. Kollock.
GIVES
Gives, n. pl. Etym: [See Give, n.]
Defn: Fetters.
GIVING
Giv"ing, n.