hands, handed, handing
to hand over
phrasal verb
To deliver or pass something to someone
- 1Please hand over the documents to the receptionist.
- 2He handed over the package to the courier.
When you give something to another person, you put it in their hand or let them take it from you. For example, if you have a book and someone needs it, you take the book and place it in their hand.
In class, teachers often ask students to hand over their homework, meaning to give their completed work directly to the teacher.
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during a class session
The Missing Assignment
Daniel
Hey Anthony, did you finish the group project?
Anthony
Yes, I did. I just need to hand over the final report to the teacher.
Daniel
Great! Make sure to do it before the class ends.
Anthony
I will. Thanks for the reminder!
at a sports event
The Game Ticket Exchange
Kevin
Hey Jessica, I have your ticket for the game.
Jessica
Great! Can you hand over the ticket to me now?
Kevin
Sure, here you go.
Jessica
Thanks, Kevin! Let's find our seats.
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Similar to "to hand over":
- 1deliver
- 2pass
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