委ねる

1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning

• Structure: Written 委ねる and read ゆだねる, it means entrusting a decision, responsibility, or outcome to another party.
• Basic usage: It applies to leaving judgment to an expert or one's fate to circumstances.

2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions

• More discretion than handing over
  • It transfers responsibility or authority, not merely physical possession.