Perquisite

//ˈpɜːkwɪzɪt// noun

Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    Any monetary or other incidental benefit beyond salary. in-plural

    "The perquisites of this job include health insurance and a performance bonus."

  2. 2
    a right reserved exclusively by a particular person or group (especially a hereditary or official right) wordnet
  3. 3
    A gratuity.

    "After the wonderful service that evening he didn’t hesitate in laying a substantial perquisite on the table."

  4. 4
    an incidental benefit awarded for certain types of employment (especially if it is regarded as a right) wordnet
  5. 5
    A privilege or possession held or claimed exclusively by a certain person, group or class.

    "Private jets and motor yachts are perquisites of the rich."

Etymology

From Medieval Latin perquīsītum (“something acquired for profit”).

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