hand out

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Definition
  1. Verb (transitive):
    • To distribute or give something to multiple people, typically by physically passing items from one's hand to others.
    • To provide or dispense something, such as information, tasks, or items, to a group.
Usage
  • The verb "hand out" is used when one person gives something to several other people. It is a separable phrasal verb (e.g., "hand the papers out" or "hand out the papers").
  • It is commonly used in contexts involving classrooms, meetings, charities, or any situation where items are being distributed.
Examples
  • Verb:
    • The volunteer will hand out meals to the homeless.
    • Please hand these worksheets out to the rest of the class.
    • The company handed out bonuses to all its employees.
Advanced Usage
  • "to hand out advice": To freely give opinions or recommendations, sometimes implying it is unsolicited.
    • He's always quick to hand out advice, even when no one asks for it.
  • "to hand out a sentence/punishment": Used in legal contexts to mean a judge formally gives or pronounces a sentence.
    • The judge handed out a severe sentence to the convicted criminal.
Variants and Related Words
  • Handout (noun): Something given freely to a needy person or group; or materials (like papers or information) distributed to people.
    • The students read the handout before the lecture.
    • The organization provides food and handouts to those in need.
Synonyms
  • Distribute: To give out or deliver to a number of people.
  • Dispense: To deal out or distribute, especially in portions.
  • Dole out: To distribute, especially in small amounts (can imply scarcity or careful allocation).
Related Phrasal Verbs
  • Hand in: To submit or give something to a person in authority.
    • You must hand in your assignment by Friday.
  • Hand over: To give something to someone else, often implying a transfer of control or responsibility.
    • The guard was forced to hand over his keys.
Related Idioms
  • Hand out like candy: To distribute something very freely and in large quantities.
    • That professor hands out A grades like candy; his class is very easy.
Verb
  1. give to several people
    • The teacher handed out the exams

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