tilly
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Noun — A small extra item thrown in free with a purchase, as a gesture of goodwill.
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Etymology
The "free extra" sense comes from Irish tuilleadh, meaning "more" or "addition".
Full origin of tilly →Frequently asked questions
What does “tilly” mean?
The word “tilly” means a small extra item thrown in free with a purchase, as a gesture of goodwill. In plain terms, depending on context, either a little freebie thrown in with a sale, or a small flatbed truck.
How do you pronounce “tilly”?
“Tilly” is pronounced TIH-lee (/ˈtɪli/ in IPA).
How do you use “tilly” in a sentence?
Here is “tilly” used in a sentence: “The market trader added an extra apple as a tilly.”
What part of speech is “tilly”?
“Tilly” is a noun.
Where does the word “tilly” come from?
The word “tilly” comes from Irish. The "free extra" sense comes from Irish tuilleadh, meaning "more" or "addition".
How many meanings does “tilly” have?
“Tilly” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a small extra item thrown in free with a purchase, as a gesture of goodwill.