Tikibu: pronunciation dictionary with use examples

Word: gratuity
IPA transcription: [ɡɹət'uɪti]
noun meaning of the word
  • Synonyms: gratuity
    Meaning: an award (as for meritorious service) given without claim or obligation
  • Synonyms: gratuity, tip, pourboire, baksheesh, bakshish, bakshis, backsheesh
    Meaning: a relatively small amount of money given for services rendered (as by a waiter)
Usage examples
  • The boy took the gratuity, thanked her, and turned to go.
  • And receiving a gratuity which he accepted without demonstration of any kind whatever, the basket-bearer at length released moved off.