noun. something given voluntarily without payment in return, as to show favor toward someone, honor an occasion, or make a gesture of assistance; present. something bestowed or acquired without any particular effort by the recipient or without its being earned: Those extra points he got in the game were a total gift.

What is another word for presents?

shows	displays
unveils	brandishes
flaunts	offers
puts on view	sports
stages	unfurls

Gift and present mean essentially the same thing. A gift is something more general and might not be a physical item wrapped and presented at an occasion. A present is usually something given to someone on a special occasion or at a special event.

Noun. Christmas present. Christmas present. token.

Phrases for Giving Gifts

• I got you something. I hope you like it.
• Look what I have for you!
• I thought you might like this for…
• Happy Birthday! [Happy Anniversary!]
• [Handing present to someone] Enjoy!
• It’s only something small, but I hope you like it.
• Here’s a little present for you.
• Guess what I bought you!

Practical Small Gifts for a Friend

• Tote bag. There’s no such thing as too many tote bags!
• Gift card. A gift card is the perfect practical gift for when you’re not sure what to get.
• Coffee or tea. If your friend is always caffeinated, you know they’ll love some extra coffee or tea.
• Phone case.
• Sweater.

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• Frame a picture of you with them.
• Lotions or bath oils.
• Journal. A nice journal can be beautiful. It’s one of my favorite gifts.
• Gourmet coffee with a personalized mug.
• A nice pen.
• Photo album or scrapbook, with memories already included.
• Homemade cookies you bake yourself.
• Or brownies.

26 Sentimental Gifts For Friends To Make Their Heart Smile

• Long Distance Touch Bracelets.
• Partners in Crime Phone Case.
• Long Distance State Coffee Mug.
• A Digital Photo Frame.
• Significant Otter BFF Card.
• Soul Sister Bracelet.
• Wine Tumbler.
• Best Friend Wall Art.

Check out these gift guides to find your bestie the perfect gift.

• You’re My Person.
• Macrame Photo Display.
• Kombucha Brewing Kit.
• Instax Camera.
• Long Distance Touch Bracelets.
• Gift Box.
• Long Distance State Coffee Mug.
• Laser Engraved Photo.

113 Gifts Your Best Friend Will Obsess Over in 2020

1. Smudge Wellness Just Keep Swimming Pisces Astro Spritz. Image Source: smudgewellness.com.
2. Love Always, Audrey Work From Home Coffee Mug.
3. Diamond Nexus East-West Pear Necklace.
4. Fujifilm Instax Mini 8 Instant Camera.
5. Drybar Lil’ Crush Crew Travel Size Set.

Ideas For Spoiling Your Best Friend On Her Birthday

1. Spa day and afternoon tea.
2. Make her a cake.
3. Put together a care package.
4. Surprise her with a day trip.

55 Best Gift Ideas for Women

• Matte Revolution Lipstick in Pillowtalk. Charlotte Tilbury nordstrom.com.
• Agate Cheese Board.
• Gisele Long Sleeve Short Pajama Set.
• 14k-Rose Gold Fill Initial Mini Disc Necklace.
• Custom Handwriting Bracelet.
• The Carry-On.
• Lee Radziwill Small Bag.
• Leather Passport Cover.

The 40 best gifts everyone is buying in 2020

1. Roku Streaming Stick+
2. Lodge Cast Iron Skillet.
3. Disney+ Subscription.
4. Apple AirPods Pro.
5. Barefoot Dreams Blanket.
6. Airomé Serenity Medium Diffuser.
7. Always Pan.
8. Laugh & Learn Grow-the-Fun Garden to Kitchen.

The 50 best gifts under $50

• For the one who spends forever getting ready: Revlon.
• For the coffee drinker: Yeti Rambler.
• For the person who wants a smart speaker: Amazon Echo Dot.
• For the one who’s always out and about: Athleta Face Masks.
• For the wine drinker: Winc.
• For the meat-eater: Crowd Cow.

As Jane from Challah Connection said, “A thoughtful gift is a relevant gift; one that reflects the recipients’ passions, loves, hobbies, and life. It is a gift that is the result of deep thought of the recipient and what would make him or her happy.

Below are 41 sentimental gift ideas:

• A custom box of uniquely flavored truffles.
• A monogrammed notebook.
• A book for your favorite astrology lover.
• A set of low-maintenance plants.
• A fresh flower subscription.
• A calendar full of cherished personal photos.
• A cube of conversation-starting prompt cards.
• A customized puzzle.

Here are some ideas on ways to make your gifts more thoughtful

1. Say things you never take time to say.
2. Make food.
3. Give your time.
4. Use your skills.
5. Present it beautifully.
6. Give an experience.
7. DIY.
8. Fill it with memories.

To be sure you’re not the person who spoils the holiday, avoid giving these 10 items as gifts.

• Underwear. 1/11. They call them “unmentionables” for a reason.
• Souvenirs. 2/11.
• Pets. 3/11.
• Clothing. 4/11.
• CDs and DVDs. 5/11.
• Cash. 6/11.
• Household Basics. 7/11.
• Candles. 8/11.

No, Asking Someone Not to Give Gifts Is Rude and Inconsiderate. And if you do ask people not to bring presents to a gathering, you know that someone (ahem, your in-laws) will ignore your request, making all the other non-gifters feel awkward.

So here you have our top 15 best good luck gifts.

• You’ve Got This Care Package.
• Wine Hamper.
• Everlasting Luck Crystals.
• You’ve Got This Bracelet.
• Reach For The Moon Charm.
• Custom Horseshoe.
• Lucky Stars Necklace.
• Lucky Cat.

28 “Inappropriate” Gifts For People With A Sense Of Humor

• A fart dictionary that details all the different types of flatulence they might encounter in their day-to-day.
• A pack of wine condoms to keep your friends safe from spilled wine.
• A sleep mask rude enough to finally get them some shut-eye.

Lorena’s $1 million inappropriate gift business goes viral.

Evil Santa This game, once again, has everyone involved bringing in a present that falls within a spending limit. The person who has number one gets to pick from the pile and opens a present. The next person chooses a present to open and can either choose to keep their gift or switch with the first person.

Dirty Santa is a family friendly gift exchange game where participants steal gifts from each other in the attempt to end up with the best gift!

The Dirty Santa rules are quite simple….Ground Rules of the Dirty Santa Gift Exchange

• Only three steals per item. Once an item has exchanged hands three times, it stays with the third person and can’t be stolen anymore.
• Only three steals per person.
• Three owns and it’s mine.

A gift can only be “stolen” once during a turn. If a gift is taken from someone during one round, she cannot take it back during that same round. She can, however, take it back in a later round if she is in a position to select a gift. A gift cannot be immediately stolen back from the player who just stole it.