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baksheesh

/ˌbækˈʃiʃ/

Definitions of baksheesh
  1. noun
    a relatively small amount of money given for services rendered (as by a waiter)
    synonyms: backsheesh, bakshis, bakshish, gratuity, pourboire, tip
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    types:
    Christmas box
    a present given at Christmas for services during the year
    type of:
    fringe benefit, perk, perquisite
    an incidental benefit awarded for certain types of employment (especially if it is regarded as a right)
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