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Something (usually money) given in exchange for influence or as an inducement to dishonesty.
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That which seduces; seduction; allurement.
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(feudal law) A right to the use of a superior's land, as a stipend for services to be performed; also, the land so held; a fief.
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An inheritable estate in land held of a feudal lord on condition of the performing of certain services.
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An estate of inheritance in land, either absolute and without limitation to any particular class of heirs (fee simple) or limited to a particular class of heirs (fee tail).
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Property; owndom; estate.
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Money paid or bestowed; payment; emolument.
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A prize or reward. Only used in the set phrase "A finder's fee" in Modern English.
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A monetary payment charged for professional services.
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An additional payment given freely as thanks for service.
Examples of gratuities in a Sentence
The verdict given was in the main satisfactory; but doubts were expressed as to the severity of the discipline inflicted, the principal features of which were moderate labour, ample diet and substantial gratuities.
The majority of the others are instances of gratuities given after the decision, and it is to be regretted that the judgment of the peers gives us no means of determining how such gifts were looked upon, whether or not the acceptance of them was regarded as a " corrupt " practice.
It is important to check your package terms to see if gratuities are included in the fees.
In 2000, the line introduced its signature "freestyle cruising" lifestyle that offers passengers the ultimate in choice for dining, gratuities, and dress code.
Guests do have discretion to adjust most gratuities as the service warrants.
Also, you'll need to bring extra cash for gratuities as well.
However, in some cases government fees, taxes, alcoholic beverages, personal expenses, shore excursions and gratuities are extra.
The cruise includes food, drinks and gratuities.
Some companies offer packages that include full itineraries and meals, but do not include airfare or other courtesies, such as transfers or gratuities, within the total package price.
Look for any hidden costs or cost that may not be included in your quote, such as taxes, gratuities or airline fees.
The chief recommendation put forward to mend the system comprised lengthening of all sentences, a diminution in the dietaries, the abolition of large gratuities, and, speaking broadly, a general tightening of the reins.