give something over to something/someone

Related to word: give

Phrasal Verb

Definition

  1. to transfer the use or responsibility of an item or task to another individual.

    • During the meeting, the manager gave the project management over to the new team member.

    • She decided to give her research findings over to a university for further study.

    • He gave the responsibility for business decisions over to his assistant so he could focus on more important matters.