WordValehand out
to distribute
In more detail
1. (verb) to distribute something to a group of people
2. (verb) to give something to someone
Examples
- The teacher handed out the test papers at the beginning of class.
- Can you hand out the drinks to everyone at the party?
How to use hand out
Hand out is a phrasal verb meaning to distribute items to multiple people or to give something to someone directly. It is commonly used in educational, professional, and organizational contexts where materials or items are shared with a group. The noun form 'handout' refers to the items distributed or free assistance given.
Common phrases
- hand out leaflets
- hand out assignments
- hand out copies
- hand out information
- hand out prizes
- hand out supplies
Synonyms
distribute · give out · pass out · dispense · provide
Word family
handout (noun)
A common mistake
Learners sometimes confuse hand out with hand over (which means to give control or possession of something), or fail to recognize that hand out requires an object to follow it.
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