Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hand-over-responsibility
Phrase
hænd ˈoʊvər rɪˌspɑnsəˈbɪlɪti
Definition
The act of transferring control or accountability from one person or group to another.
Examples
- The manager decided to hand over responsibility for the project to his senior team member.
- It is important to clearly outline the tasks when you hand over responsibility to someone else.
- She expressed her concerns before deciding to hand over responsibility for the client’s account.
Meaning
To relinquish responsibility or authority for a task or duty, usually in a professional context.
Synonyms
- Delegate responsibility
- Transfer duty
- Assign tasks
- Relinquish authority
