Phrase guide

Indian giver

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

A person who demands the return of or takes back something that was previously given.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: informal, offensive

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

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noun

Meaning 2

an offensive term for someone who asks you to return a present he has given you

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

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Meaning relationships

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Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: donor, giver, presenter, bestower, conferrer

History

Etymology

See Indian giving.

Across languages

Translations

1 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Cebuano: hatag bawi — an Indian giver