Handsel and Oblation

Handsel

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

Oblation

Oblation noun - The act of offering the bread and wine of the Eucharist.
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Synonyms for Oblation

Handsel and oblation are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Handsel" instead a noun "Oblation".

Nearby Word: oblate
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