Gifting: meaning, definitions and examples

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gifting

 

[ หˆษกษชftษชล‹ ]

Verb / Noun
Context #1 | Verb

action of giving

Gifting refers to the act of giving someone a gift, which is often done to show appreciation, affection, or goodwill. It can be done on special occasions like birthdays, holidays, or simply as a gesture of kindness.

Synonyms

donating, offering, presenting

Examples of usage

  • She is gifting her friend a beautiful necklace for her birthday.
  • They spend the holidays gifting to those in need.
  • He enjoys gifting handmade crafts for Christmas.
Context #2 | Noun

process of giving

Gifting is the process or act of giving a gift or presenting something to someone else without expecting anything in return. It is commonly associated with celebrations and occasions that foster sharing and generosity.

Synonyms

giving, offering, presenting

Examples of usage

  • The act of gifting strengthens community bonds.
  • She specializes in the gifting of eco-friendly products.
  • Gifting can create lasting memories.

Translations

Translations of the word "gifting" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น doaรงรฃo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค‰เคชเคนเคพเคฐ เคฆเฅ‡เคจเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Geschenk

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ hadiah

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟะพะดะฐั€ัƒะฝะพะบ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ darowizna

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ่ดˆใ‚Š็‰ฉ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท don

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ regalo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท hediye verme

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์„ ๋ฌผํ•˜๊ธฐ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุชู‚ุฏูŠู… ุงู„ู‡ุฏุงูŠุง

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ darovรกnรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ darovanie

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่ต ้€

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ darilo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ gjรถf

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัั‹ะนะปะฐัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฉแƒฃแƒฅแƒ”แƒ‘แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ hษ™diyyษ™ vermษ™k

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ regalo

Etymology

The word 'gifting' originates from the Old Norse word 'gift' which means 'gift, present'. The concept of gifting has been a part of human culture for centuries, often associated with mutual obligations and social bonds. The use of the term 'gift' has evolved over time. Originally, it conveyed a broader meaning of something that one possesses and bestows on another. The modern use of the word as both a noun and a verb in the context of giving has become prevalent in the English language today. The verb form 'to gift' has gained popularity as it emphasizes the act of giving with intention and thoughtfulness, especially in modern consumer culture where gifting is often ritualized during holidays and events.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #34,566 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.