hand over

/hˈand ˈəʊvə/

/hˈænd ˈoʊvɚ/

to hand over

MAIN VERB

[phrase form: hand]

to transfer the possession or control of someone or something to another person or entity

synonyms : deliver

to deliver a person accused of a crime to the authorities

Examples

1. He handed over the baton after 10 years of service.

2. She is handing over the baton to the new manager next week.

3. I will hand over the baton to my assistant before I leave on vacation.

4. The Weequay bartender then hands over a bottle of blue liquid and a couple of cups.