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giveaway

n. countable
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈɡɪvəˌweɪ// UK //ɡˈɪvɐwˌeɪ// give·away

n. something given for free, often to attract customers or as a prize. You might get a small gift when you buy a larger item.

n. an item distributed free of charge, typically as a promotional incentive or a prize in a contest. Often used in marketing and retail contexts.


CONTEXTUAL

She entered the online contest hoping to win the holiday giveaway.

COMPLEX

The company's aggressive giveaway strategy successfully boosted brand visibility among young consumers during the launch week.

Origin

Deverbal from give away.

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