noun ·Uncommon ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   A tip (extra money given to e.g. a waiter in appreciation of service), especially in French contexts.
2. 2
   a relatively small amount of money given for services rendered (as by a waiter) wordnet
3. 3
   A bribe.

Synonyms

All synonyms

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Etymology

From French pourboire.

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