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Meaning of handed over
The primary meaning of "handed over" is to give or transfer something to someone.
Etymology of handed over
The phrase "handed over" is derived from the Old English words "hand" meaning hand and "ofer" meaning over, with the verb "hand" coming from Old English "hændan" which is related to Old Norse "henda" and Gothic "hinþan"
Historically, the phrase has been used since the 15th century to denote the act of transferring or giving something to someone
Synonyms
delivered
surrendered
transferred
passed on
given
relinquished
yielded
ceded
conferred
bestowed
granted
donated
bequeathed
entrusted
consigned
transmitted
dispatched
forwarded
sent
remitted
paid
handed
turned over
passed
transmitted
conveyed
presented
submitted
offered
proffered
tendered
extended
imparted
Definitions
- To give or transfer something to someone, especially in a formal or official way
- * To surrender or relinquish control or responsibility for something
Usage Examples
- The company handed over the documents to the authorities
- * She handed over the keys to the new owner
- * The government handed over power to the newly elected president