noun
Something given to people for free, usually to promote a product or business.
The company handed out free giveaways at the event.
Common phrases & grammar
promotional giveaway · free giveaway
American English
How to pronounce giveaway
nounB2
GIHvuhway
/ˈgɪ.vəˌweɪ/
3 syllables · Stress the first syllable.
Something given to people for free, usually to promote a product or business.
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noun
An event or contest in which people can win something for free.
She entered an online giveaway and won a camera.
Common phrases & grammar
online giveaway · giveaway contest
noun
A sign that reveals a secret or shows what is really happening.
His nervous laugh was a dead giveaway that he was lying.
Common phrases & grammar
a dead giveaway · a clear giveaway