Hand off
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British pronunciation/hˈand ˈɒf/
American pronunciation/hˈænd ˈɔf/

Definition & Meaning of "hand off"

to hand off
[phrase form: hand]
01

to transfer a responsibility, task, or authority to another person or party

to hand off definition and meaning
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The CEO handed off the decision-making authority to the executive team.
She handed off the leadership of the committee to her successor.
She will hand off her coaching duties to the assistant coach for the upcoming game.
02

(in sports) to push away an opponent using an outstretched arm to continue without interference

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The basketball player skillfully handed off the defender, allowing them to drive to the basket unimpeded.
The hockey forward effectively handed off the opposing defenseman to make a break for the goal.
03

to transfer the possession of an object to another person or party

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The librarian will hand off the borrowed book to the patron at the front desk.
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The CEO handed off the decision-making authority to the executive team.
She handed off the leadership of the committee to her successor.
She will hand off her coaching duties to the assistant coach for the upcoming game.
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