handover
Noun: 1. The act of giving control, responsibility, or possession of something to another person or authority: This refers to the formal process of transferring power, duties, or an asset from one party to another. 2. The instance or event of such a transfer: This refers to the specific moment or documented occasion when the transfer is completed.
The noun "handover" is typically used to describe formal, official, or planned transfers. It is often followed by the preposition "of" to specify what is being transferred, and "to" to indicate the recipient. - It is commonly used in contexts like business, government, military operations, and project management. - It implies a structured process, often involving documentation, briefings, or ceremonies.
- The smooth handover of power followed the election.
- The project manager prepared a detailed report for the client handover.
- The treaty mandated the handover of the military base to the local government.
- A successful handover requires clear communication between the outgoing and incoming teams.
- "To be/due for handover": Used to indicate that a transfer is scheduled or expected to occur.
- The new office building is due for handover to the tenants next month.
- "Handover procedure/documentation": Refers to the established process or the set of documents that facilitate the transfer.
- Completing the handover documentation is a critical final step.
- Hand over (phrasal verb): The action of giving something to someone.
- Please hand over the keys to the new owner.
- Takeover (noun): The act of gaining control, often contrasting with "handover," which is the act of giving up control.
- Transfer: The general act of moving something from one place or person to another.
- Relinquishment: The formal act of giving up or releasing control or possession.
- Cession: The formal giving up of rights, property, or territory, especially by a state.
- Handover of duties: Specifically transferring job responsibilities.
- Her first task was to complete the handover of duties from her predecessor.
- Handover note/report: A document prepared to inform the recipient about key information.
- He left a comprehensive handover note for his replacement.
- act of relinquishing property or authority etc
- the handover of occupied territory