Gift: meaning, definitions and examples

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gift

[ ɡɪft ]

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for special occasions

A thing given willingly to someone without payment; a present.

Synonyms

donation, offering, present

Examples of usage

She received a beautiful gift for her birthday.
He gave her a thoughtful gift to show his appreciation.

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to give something as a present

Give something as a gift, especially formally or as a donation or bequest.

Synonyms

bestow, donate, present

Examples of usage

He gifted her a rare book for her graduation.
They decided to gift the painting to the museum.

Translations

Translations of the word "gift" in other languages:

🇵🇹 presente

🇮🇳 उपहार

🇩🇪 Geschenk

🇮🇩 hadiah

🇺🇦 подарунок

🇵🇱 prezent

🇯🇵 贈り物 (okurimono)

🇫🇷 cadeau

🇪🇸 regalo

🇹🇷 hediye

🇰🇷 선물 (seonmul)

🇸🇦 هدية (hadiya)

🇨🇿 dárek

🇸🇰 darček

🇨🇳 礼物 (lǐwù)

🇸🇮 darilo

🇮🇸 gjöf

🇰🇿 сыйлық

🇬🇪 საჩუქარი (sachuqari)

🇦🇿 hədiyyə

🇲🇽 regalo

Word origin

The word 'gift' originated from the Old Norse word 'gift', which meant a gift or good luck. It has been used in the English language since the 12th century. The concept of giving gifts has been a part of human culture for centuries, often symbolizing love, appreciation, or celebration.