Payola
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /peɪˈoʊlə/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Payola is a noun meaning (US, Philippines) A bribe given in exchange for a favor, such as one given in exchange for the promotion of goods or services (originally one given to a disk jockey to play a record).
Meaning
(US, Philippines) A bribe given in exchange for a favor, such as one given in exchange for the promotion of goods or services (originally one given to a disk jockey to play a record).
Word Forms
- payolas
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include bribe, pay-off, pay to play, payroll, paycheck, pay-for.
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