bestowal

noun

Definition of bestowalnext
as in gift
something given to someone without expectation of a return the company's annual Yuletide bestowals include a holiday party and substantial bonuses

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  1. gift
  2. donation
  3. presentation
  4. present
Noun
  • Includes gifts for your wedding party, party favors for all guests, and welcome bags for friends who've traveled abroad for your big day.
    Virginia Van Zanten, Vogue, 9 Jan. 2025
  • This applies to all financial gifts in a tax year, not just contributions to 529 plans.
    Robert Cole, Forbes, 9 Jan. 2025
Definition of gift
Noun
  • In addition to donations, the beauty brand also offered to help makeup artists rebuild their kits if lost in the fire.
    Essence, Essence, 16 Jan. 2025
  • No cost to attend but reservations are recommended with donations always appreciated.
    Philip Potempa, Chicago Tribune, 16 Jan. 2025
Definition of donation
Noun
  • The annual event is the oldest, largest, and most prestigious presentation of Indigenous art in the world.
    Chadd Scott, Forbes, 16 Jan. 2025
  • They were tasked with designing a final presentation that paid homage to Tiffany’s heritage and inventiveness.
    Emily Mercer, WWD, 16 Jan. 2025
Definition of presentation
Noun
  • At present, Sweden’s Volvo is thought to be the only large automaker to have managed to comply with the target, alongside U.S. EV manufacturer Tesla and some Chinese companies.
    Sam Meredith, CNBC, 10 Jan. 2025
  • At present, the fires are 0% contained, according to authorities.
    Anna Giaritelli, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 8 Jan. 2025
Definition of present
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