handback

noun
UK /ˈhændbæk/
US /ˈhændbæk/

A handback is when you give something back to the person it belongs to.

The teacher asked for the handback of all the borrowed books.

SYNONYMS

returngivebackrestorationrestitution

RELATED WORDS

returnrefundhandovergivebackrestitution

OTHER MEANINGS

2. The act of returning control or responsibility to a previous owner or group.

The handback of the land to its original owners was celebrated.

3. In sports, a pass or kick that gives the ball back to the other team.

His careless handback led to a goal for the opponents.

4. A formal ceremony or event where something is officially returned.

The handback of the keys marked the end of the lease.