Tribute
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈtɹɪbjuːt/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Tribute is a noun meaning An acknowledgment of gratitude, respect or admiration; an accompanying gift.
Meaning
An acknowledgment of gratitude, respect or admiration; an accompanying gift.
More Meanings
- A payment made by one nation to another in submission.
- Extortion; protection money.
- A payment made by a feudal vassal to his lord.
- (mining) A certain proportion of the mined ore, or of its value, given to the miner as payment.
- (Internet slang, vulgar) Ellipsis of cum tribute.
- (transitive) To pay as tribute.
Example Sentences
the passing tribute of a sigh
Please accept this as a tribute of our thanks.
The Ancient Romans made their conquered countries pay tribute.
Amorous Trifler, that spendeth[…]his Afternoones in discourse with Paint, or Lust, tributing most precious Minutes, to the Scepter of a Fanne.
Word Forms
- tributes
- tributing
- tributed
Synonyms for tribute
Depending on context, synonyms include encomium, heriot, protection, testimonial.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include testimonial, protection, appreciation, merit, acknowledge, acknowledged.
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