handoff
US /ˈhænd.ɑːf/
UK /ˈhænd.ɑːf/
1.
the act of passing something, especially responsibility or control, from one person or group to another
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The project manager ensured a smooth handoff of tasks to the new team.
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The police made a quick handoff of the suspect to federal agents.
2.
in American football, an act of giving the ball to another player by hand
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The quarterback executed a perfect handoff to the running back.
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The coach called for a handoff play on third down.