Gratuity
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ɡɹəˈtjuːətɪ/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Gratuity is a noun meaning An additional payment given freely as thanks for service.
Meaning
An additional payment given freely as thanks for service.
More Meanings
- Euphemistic form of fee, in contexts where such additional payments have been made obligatory.
- Euphemistic form of bribe.
Example Sentences
cash gratuity
service gratuity
leave with a gratuity
The waiter received a generous gratuity.
Word Forms
- gratuities
Synonyms for gratuity
Depending on context, synonyms include douceur, grace, pourboire, tip, baksheesh, cumshaw.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include baksheesh, tip, backsheesh, bakshish, tipping, reward.
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