birthday present
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Definition
Noun: A gift given to someone specifically to celebrate the anniversary of the day they were born.
Usage
A "birthday present" is a tangible or intangible item offered to honor a person on their birthday. It is typically wrapped and given during a celebration.
Examples
- She was delighted with the birthday present from her grandparents.
- I need to buy a birthday present for my sister.
- The best birthday present he ever received was a surprise visit from his old friend.
Advanced Usage
- "To be present at a birthday" vs. "To receive a birthday present": Note the distinction. "Present" as a noun means "gift," while "present" as an adjective or verb relates to being in a place or introducing something.
- He was present at her birthday party. (Adjective: in attendance)
- He gave her a birthday present. (Noun: a gift)
Variants and Related Words
- Birthday gift: A direct synonym for "birthday present."
- Present (noun): A gift for any occasion.
- Gift (noun): Something given voluntarily without payment.
Synonyms
- Birthday gift
- Birthday offering
Related Phrases
- Wrap a birthday present: To cover a gift with decorative paper.
- I spent an hour wrapping all the birthday presents.
- Birthday present exchange: An event where people trade gifts.
- The family has a birthday present exchange every December.
Noun
- a present given in celebration of a person's birthday