GIVEAWAY


Meaning of GIVEAWAY in English

ˈ ̷ ̷ ̷ ̷ˌ ̷ ̷ noun

( -s )

Usage: often attributive

Etymology: give away

1. : a game or a method of playing a game in which the object is to lose

2. : an unintentional revelation or betrayal

your approach to her is a giveaway with respect to your theater comprehension — Stark Young

3. : something given away free ; specifically : an item of merchandise presented as a gift or premium

a rash of all types of gimmicks, giveaways, and novel promotion ideas introduced … to bring in the customers — Dolores Plested

4. : a radio or television program on which prizes are given away

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