definition of
given

[1] #1 given s. [granted] acknowledged as a supposition; "given the engine's condition, it is a wonder that it started". wn

[2] #2 given s. [apt, disposed, minded, tending] (usually followed by 'to') naturally disposed toward; "he is apt to ignore matters he considers unimportant"; "I am not minded to answer any questions". wn

[3] #3 given n. [presumption, precondition] an assumption that is taken for granted. wn