forgift

fɔːɡɪft

Definitions

1. verb

to give something to someone, especially something valuable or precious, often in a formal or official manner

“The king forgifted the crown jewels to his daughter on her wedding day.”

2. verb

to give up or surrender something, especially a right or privilege, to someone else

“The company forgifted its patent rights to the research institution.”

3. noun

a gift or present, especially a valuable or precious one

“The forgift was a rare and exotic vase.”

4. noun

the act of giving or presenting something, especially something valuable or precious

“The forgift was a gesture of goodwill from the donor.”

Synonyms

  • donate
  • gift
  • present

Antonyms

  • refuse
  • withhold