Meaning of hand sth in In English

• 0 to give something to someone in a position of authority:

  • Have you handed in your history essay yet?

  • I've decided to hand in my resignation (= tell my employer I am leaving my job).

• 1 to give something to someone who is in a position of authority:

  • You have three days left to hand in your completed tax return and to pay any tax you owe.

  • According to sources, the chief executive is considering handing in his resignation.