propina — meaning in English
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English meaning
- allowance noun A fixed sum of money given regularly, especially to a child or for expenses.
- gratuity noun A sum of money given to a member of staff for good service, especially in a restaurant or hotel; a tip.
- perquisite noun Any monetary or other incidental benefit beyond salary.
- tip noun The pointed or outer end of something.
Senses
propina is used for these senses in English:
- allowance An amount, portion, or share that is allotted or granted; a sum granted as a reimbursement, a bounty, or as appropriate for any purpose.
- cumshaw A gratuity or tip as thanks for a service
- gratuity An additional payment given freely as thanks for service.
- perquisite A gratuity.
- pocket money (UK) A small sum of money given to a child, by a parent or guardian; an allowance
- tip A gratuity; a small amount of money left for a bartender, waiter, taxi driver or other servant as a token of appreciation. [from mid-18th c.]
allowance — full definition
- noun A fixed sum of money given regularly, especially to a child or for expenses.
- noun An amount permitted or accepted as reasonable, especially as a deduction or adjustment.
gratuity — full definition
- noun A sum of money given to a member of staff for good service, especially in a restaurant or hotel; a tip.
- noun A lump sum paid to an employee or member of the armed forces on leaving or retiring.