vt.

1. （勉强）承认[+that]
   The candidate conceded that he had lost the election.

   这位候选人承认他已经在竞选中失败。

2. 让给，给予；容许[O1][（+to）]
   They conceded us the right to cross their land.

   他们容许我们在他们的土地上有过路权。

3. （在结果明确前）承认……失败

vi.

1. 让步
   It is impossible for us to concede to your unreasonable request.

   要我们对你的无理要求让步是不可能的。

2. 承认失败
   The senator had to concede.

   参议员只好承认竞选失败。

v.

1. finally admit that something is true.
   ▸admit (defeat) in a match or contest.
2. surrender or yield (a possession, advantage, or right).
   ▸fail to prevent an opponent scoring (a goal or point).