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Meaning of give away

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

give away

verb

Definitions

  1. To make a gift of (something).

    Example: I didn't like that book, so I gave it away.

  2. To relinquish control over.

  3. To formally hand over a bride to the bridegroom; often by her father.

    Example: Who giveth away this woman to this man in Holy matrimony?

  4. (sometimes reflexive) To unintentionally reveal a secret, divulge undisclosed information, or expose someone.

    Example: He gave away his hiding place when he accidentally sneezed.