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in•dulge

Pronunciation: (in-dulj'), [key]
—v., -dulged, -dulg•ing.

—v.i.
to yield to an inclination or desire; allow oneself to follow one's will (often fol. by in): Dessert came, but I didn't indulge. They indulged in unbelievable shopping sprees.

—v.t.
1. to yield to, satisfy, or gratify (desires, feelings, etc.): to indulge one's appetite for sweets.
2. to yield to the wishes or whims of; be lenient or permissive with: to indulge a child.
3. to allow (oneself) to follow one's will (usually fol. by in): to indulge oneself in reckless spending.
4. Com.to grant an extension of time, for payment or performance, to (a person, company, etc.) or on (a bill, note, etc.).

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