gift

Also known as present

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Commons category: Gifts
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History
Ancient
Medieval
Modern
Presentation
Gift-giving occasions
Promotional gifts
As reinforcement and manipulation
Unwanted gifts
Legal aspects
Religious views
See also
References
Further reading

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A gift or present is an item given to someone (who is not already the owner) without the expectation of payment or anything in return. Although gift-giving might involve an expectation of reciprocity, a gift is intended to be free. In many countries, the act of mutually exchanging money, goods, etc., may sustain social relationships and contribute to social cohesion. Economists have elaborated the economics of gift-giving into the notion of a gift economy. By extension, the term gift can refer to any item or act of service that makes the other happier or less sad, especially as a favor, including forgiveness and kindness. Gifts are often presented on occasions such as birthdays and holidays.