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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

handoff

/hændɒf/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does handoff mean?

noun, verb

A transfer of responsibility or control from one person or team to another. In sports, a handoff is a pass from one player to another, typically in American football or rugby.

Example

"The coach called a timeout to make a handoff to the new quarterback."

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