Handsel and Handout

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Handsel noun - Something given to someone without expectation of a return.

Usage example: gave little handsels to their houseguests on New Year's Day

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Handout and handsel are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Handout" instead a noun "Handsel".

Handout noun - Giving money or food or clothing to a needy person.

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Handsel and handout are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Handsel" instead a noun "Handout".

Nearby Word: handing

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