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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.