give about

In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.

Sense 1

Meaning · English

to distribute or circulate something

Where it’s used: Used American English
Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Sense 2

Meaning · English

to spread a rumour

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Sense 3

Meaning · English

to encompass or surround something

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “give about” mean?

to distribute or circulate something

Is “give about” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.