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Synonyms & Antonyms of handsel
something given to someone without expectation of a return
- gave little handsels to their houseguests on New Year's Day
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Words Related to handsel
- alms,
- benefaction,
- beneficence,
- benevolence,
- charity,
- contribution,
- dole,
- handout,
- oblation,
- offering,
- philanthropy,
- tithe
- box
- [British],
- care package,
- foy
- [chiefly Scottish]
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The first known use of handsel was in the 14th century
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