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The word "present" meaning "gift" is recognized and used in English-speaking countries around the world. This includes countries such as: United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Ireland, South Africa and other countries where English is an official language or widely spoken.
In these countries, "present" is commonly used interchangeably with "gift" to refer to something given to someone without expectation of payment, often on special occasions like birthdays or holidays.