handout
HAN-dowt
Handout (noun) means a printed sheet of information given out, especially in a class or meeting. Example: “The teacher gave everyone a handout summarizing the lecture.”
noun
1
A printed sheet of information given out, especially in a class or meeting.
"The teacher gave everyone a handout summarizing the lecture."
2
Money or goods given to someone in need, often without them working for it.
"He refused to accept a handout and insisted on earning his keep."
"The charity distributes food handouts to homeless people."
How to use handout
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA free printed sheet of information, or free money/goods given to someone.
Common mistake
When used about aid to people, "handout" can carry a slightly negative or judgmental tone, unlike the neutral "aid" or "assistance."
Common pairings
course handout
government handout
a handout of cash
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Etymology
A noun formed from the phrasal verb "hand out."
Synonyms
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Rhymes for handout
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What does “handout” mean?
The word “handout” means a printed sheet of information given out, especially in a class or meeting. In plain terms, a free printed sheet of information, or free money/goods given to someone.
How do you pronounce “handout”?
“Handout” is pronounced HAN-dowt (/ˈhændˌaʊt/ in IPA).
How do you use “handout” in a sentence?
Here is “handout” used in a sentence: “The teacher gave everyone a handout summarizing the lecture.”
What part of speech is “handout”?
“Handout” is a noun.
How many meanings does “handout” have?
“Handout” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a printed sheet of information given out, especially in a class or meeting.
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