Pronunciation: [lˈɛnd lˈiːsd] (IPA) 
The phrase "lend leased" is often spelled with a d at the end of "lend," but this is incorrect. In fact, "lend leased" is spelled with a t at the end of "lend." The phrase refers to the Lend-Lease Act of 1941, which allowed the United States to provide military aid to its allies during World War II. The correct pronunciation of "lend leased" is /lɛnd list/, with the t pronounced as a voiceless alveolar stop.
Lend-Leased refers to a policy or agreement between countries involving the provision of military aid, supplies, or equipment by one country to another during times of war or conflict. The term originated during World War II and specifically refers to the program initiated by the United States to assist Allied countries, particularly the United Kingdom, China, and the Soviet Union, in their fight against Axis powers such as Germany, Italy, and Japan.
Under the Lend-Lease Act passed by the U.S. Congress in 1941, the American government was authorized to provide resources to its allies on a loan basis, without immediate payment or repayment terms. This allowed the recipient countries to borrow essential materials, including weapons, ammunition, vehicles, food, and other supplies, necessary for their war efforts. The aim of this policy was to maintain the military and economic strength of the Allied nations, as well as bolster their ability to resist Axis aggression.
Lend-Lease effectively served as an alternative to direct involvement by the United States in the conflict before its official entry into World War II following the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor. By providing assistance through Lend-Lease, the U.S. could support its allies while avoiding the political repercussions of direct engagement. The program played a crucial role in the overall war effort and significantly contributed to the eventual Allied victory.
Today, the term lend-leased is primarily used in historical contexts to describe this specific program and the broader concept of providing military aid on a temporary, loan-based arrangement during periods of international conflict.
The phrase "lend leased" is derived from the term "Lend-Lease". During World War II, the United States introduced the Lend-Lease Act in 1941. This act allowed the U.S. government to provide military aid, including weapons, supplies, and other resources, to foreign countries deemed necessary for the defense of the United States. The term "Lend-Lease" itself was a combination of two verbs: "lend" and "lease". "Lend" refers to providing something temporarily, usually with the expectation of return, while "lease" implies granting the right to use or occupy something for a specific period of time. Thus, the term "lend-lease" indicates the temporary transfer or loan of resources, specifically in the context of military aid during World War II.
