gratuity

Meanings

• noun

  A voluntary payment made to someone who has provided a service, especially one that is not part of the person's normal duties or contract.

  - "He left a generous gratuity for the waiter."
  - "A tip is a common form of gratuity in the service industry."

• noun

  A payment made to someone as a reward for their services, especially one that is not contractually obligated.

  - "The guests left a gratuity for the bellboy."
  - "The company gave their employees a gratuity at the end of the year."

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Synonyms

lagniappe , baksheesh , cumshaw , douceur , gift , grace , pourboire , tip , douceur , service charge , tip

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with gratuity
gratitude , fraternity , jubilee , piety

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Variants

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gratuities , gratuity

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Etymology

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From the Latin word 'gratuitas', meaning 'gratitude' or 'favor'.

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Trivia

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1. The word 'gratuity' comes from the Latin word 'gratuitas', which means 'gratitude' or 'favor'.

2. In some cultures, it is customary to leave a gratuity for funeral directors and pallbearers.

3. The term 'gratuity period' refers to a time when an employee is allowed to receive their salary despite being terminated from their job.

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Related Concepts

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1. tip: A gratuity given to someone who provides a service, especially in the hospitality industry.

2. service charge: A fixed percentage added to the bill for services provided, often in the restaurant industry.

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Culture

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Gratuity is a common practice in many cultures, especially in the service industry where tips are expected. It is a way of expressing appreciation and acknowledging good service.

How to Memorize "gratuity"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine someone providing a service, such as a waiter serving food or a taxi driver taking you to your destination. Visualize them receiving a payment as a token of appreciation.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'gratuity' with the idea of expressing gratitude and appreciation for good service.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the phrase 'Give a little extra' to remember the meaning of gratuity.

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