n. Function: noun
1 something freely given by one person to another for his benefit or pleasure FF1C; the watch was a graduation gift FF1E;
Synonyms: benevolence, boon, ||compliment, favor, largess, present
Related Words: alms, benefaction, contribution, donation; award, bestowal, grant, presentation; legacy; offering, reward, tip; remembrance, souvenir, token
2 a natural or special facility or capableness FF1C; has a gift for electronics FF1E;
Synonyms: aptness, bent, bump, faculty, flair, genius, head, knack, nose, set, talent, turn; compare LEANING 2
Related Words: ability, aptitude, capability; accomplishment, acquirement, attainment; instinct, numen, power; forte, leaning, propensity, specialty
Contrasted Words: awkwardness, clumsiness, maladroitness