Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
handover
noun
/ˈhæn.doʊ.vər/
Definition
The act of transferring control or responsibility from one person or group to another.
Examples
- The handover of the project was completed last Friday.
- The nurses held a handover meeting to discuss patient care.
- After the handover, the new manager introduced himself to the team.
Meaning
Handover refers to the process of giving something over to another person or group, typically in a formal or agreed-upon manner. This term is often used in business, healthcare, and project management contexts.
Synonyms
- transfer
- delegation
- conveyance
- assignment
- transition
