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gifts

n. countable
A2 Elementary US //ˈɡɪfs// UK //ɡˈɪfts// gifts

n. things that you give to someone, especially on a special day like a birthday. They are usually given to show love or to say thank you.

n. items given voluntarily to another person without payment. Often used figuratively to describe natural talents or abilities.


SIMPLE

She received many gifts for her birthday.

CONTEXTUAL

The children wrapped their handmade gifts in colorful paper before the holiday party.

COMPLEX

While the physical gifts were appreciated, the diplomat noted that the true value lay in the strengthening of bilateral relations between the two nations.

Synonyms
Usage

Commonly takes the preposition 'for' when identifying the recipient or the occasion.

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