gift — something given voluntarily without payment in return, as to show favor toward someone
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: something given voluntarily without payment in return, as to show favor toward someone
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɡɪft/
Example Sentences
- My mom's gift of nagging is truly world-class.
- The gift that keeps on giving... homework from my teacher.
- She has a gift for arriving exactly when the dishes need to be done.
gift
NOUN[/ɡɪft/]
something given voluntarily without payment in return, as to show favor toward someone
a smiling woman extends a beautifully wrapped present toward a surprised young girl. The colorful ribbon and bow shine under the warm room lighting. The girl's eyes light up with excitement as she reaches out to accept the package. Her face shows pure joy and anticipation at receiving something unexpected. Other family members watch from nearby chairs, smiling warmly at the touching exchange. something given voluntarily without payment in return, as to show favor toward someone
This gift is swift to lift!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Old Norse 'gift', originally meaning 'the act of giving' or 'something given'. The same root evolved into German 'Gift' (poison), which semantically shifted from 'something given' to 'something administered' and ultimately 'poison'.
Breakdown
The word is a simple noun form from Old Norse, with no productive morphological breakdown in modern English. It originates from the Proto-Germanic root related to 'give', preserved directly in Old Norse as 'gift' (giving/gift).
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📝Examples
“My mom's gift of nagging is truly world-class.”
“The gift that keeps on giving... homework from my teacher.”
“She has a gift for arriving exactly when the dishes need to be done.”
“Education is the most valuable gift parents can give their children.”
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