gifting
ˈɡɪftɪŋ
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Definition of gifting - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

1.
givingthe act of giving gifts to others
  • Gifting is a big part of the holiday season.
donating presenting
2.
cultural practiceRarethe tradition of exchanging presents in a cultureRare
  • Gifting varies greatly between different cultures.
bestowing donating presenting

Adjective

1.
giftsrelated to giving gifts
  • The gifting season is upon us.
presenting
2.
generous natureUShaving qualities that encourage giving giftsUS
  • Her gifting personality made her popular at parties.
benevolent charitable generous
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  • gifting: the tradition of exchanging presents in a culture
    the tradition of exchanging presents in a culture

Origin of gifting

Old English, gift (gift) + -ing (action)

Terms with gifting included in their meaning

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baby gift
stack of diapers shaped like cake for gifting
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person who gives a gift of property
gifting
given as a gift again

Examples of gifting in a sentence

  • The art of gifting requires thoughtfulness and care.
  • Gifting is an important part of the festival.
  • The community values gifting during celebrations.
  • She prepared a gifting basket for the holidays.
  • The gifting tradition varies across cultures.
  • His gifting nature was evident during the holiday season.

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  1. French:gifting, lié aux cadeaux, ...
  2. German:Schenken, großzügig, ...
  3. Italian:donare, di regali, ...
  4. Spanish:donación, de regalos, ...
  5. Portuguese:dar presentes, de presentear, ...
  6. Chinese:送礼, 送礼的, ...
  7. Japanese:贈り物, 贈り物の, ...
  8. Arabic:تقديم الهدايا, خَاصّ بِالإِهْداء, ...
  9. Hebrew:הַעֲנָקַת מַתָּנוֹת, שֶׁל מַתָּנוֹת, ...
  10. Russian:дарение, подарочный, ...
  11. Ukrainian:дарування, подарунковий, ...
  12. Hindi:उपहार देना, उपहार देने वाला, ...
gift
ɡɪft
gift: something given to someone without payment
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Definition of gift - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

1.
presentsomething given to someone without payment
  • She received a beautiful gift for her birthday.
donation offering present
2.
abilitiesnatural ability or talent
  • He has a gift for playing the piano.
aptitude knack talent

Verb

tr.
1.
givinggive something as a present to someone
  • She decided to gift him a watch.
bestow present
2.
endowgive qualities or abilities to someone
  • The teacher gifted her students with confidence.
bestow endow
3.
concedeRareUSgive away or concede easilyRareUS
  • He gifted the victory to his opponent.
bestow grant yield
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Expressions with gift

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possess a natural talent or ability for something
She has a gift for painting beautiful landscapes.
something with continuous positive effects or benefits
This book is a gift that keeps on giving for years..
unexpected blessing or benefit from a higher power
Winning the lottery felt like a gift from above.
unexpected good fortune
Winning the lottery felt like a gift from the gods.
ability to speak easily and persuasively
She has the gift of gab, charming everyone she meets.
organ or tissue donation that saves a life
She gave the gift of life by donating her kidney.

Origin of gift

Old Norse, gift (gift)

Examples of gift in a sentence

  • The gift was wrapped in shiny paper.
  • Her gift for languages was evident from a young age.
  • The artist's gift for capturing emotions is unparalleled.
  • They plan to gift her a handmade necklace.
  • He will gift them a painting for their anniversary.
  • She gifted him with a talent for music.

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  1. French:cadeau, offrir, ...
  2. German:Geschenk, schenken, ...
  3. Italian:regalo, regalare, ...
  4. Spanish:regalo, regalar, ...
  5. Portuguese:presente, oferecer, ...
  6. Chinese:礼物, 送, ...
  7. Japanese:贈り物, 贈る, ...
  8. Arabic:هدية, أهدى, ...
  9. Hebrew:מַתָּנָה, לְהַעֲנִיק, ...
  10. Russian:подарок, дарить, ...
  11. Ukrainian:подарунок, дарувати, ...
  12. Hindi:उपहार, उपहार देना, ...

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