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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

  1. noun A fixed sum of money given regularly, especially to a child or for expenses.
  2. noun An amount permitted or accepted as reasonable, especially as a deduction or adjustment.

gratuity — full definition

  1. noun A sum of money given to a member of staff for good service, especially in a restaurant or hotel; a tip.
  2. noun A lump sum paid to an employee or member of the armed forces on leaving or retiring.

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