Part with Definition 1 of 1Pro Tip 1/3Emotional Value The phrase implies an emotional attachment to the thing being given away. I finally decided to part with my childhood toys. Pro Tip 2/3Reluctance Express 'Part with' suggests the act is done unwillingly or with some hesitation. She had to part with her cherished paintings to cover the debt. Pro Tip 3/3Not Just Selling It can also mean giving away without any financial transaction. He couldn't part with the letters from his pen pal.