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to hand off
[phrase form: hand]
01
to transfer a responsibility, task, or authority to another person or party
Examples
She handed off the leadership of the committee to her successor.
The manager decided to hand the project off to a more experienced team member.
02
(in sports) to push away an opponent using an outstretched arm to continue without interference
Examples
The hockey forward effectively handed off the opposing defenseman to make a break for the goal.
He skillfully handed the opponent off and made a break for the basket.
03
to transfer the possession of an object to another person or party
Examples
She decided to hand off the project files to her colleague before going on vacation.
The cashier needed to hand off the customer's purchase to the bagging area.
