English · Daily Life
gift
/ɡɪft/
[/ɡɪft/]
present given
Beginnernoun
Definition
Something given to someone freely, without payment, often to show affection.
Example
She wrapped the small gift carefully and tucked a handwritten note inside the colourful paper.
She wrapped the small gift carefully and tucked a handwritten note inside the colourful paper.
Etymology
From Old Norse 'gift' (gift, payment), related to 'give'.
How & Where It’s Used
Means a present; also a natural talent, as in 'a gift for music'.