pourboire

noun

Meaning

A small sum of money given voluntarily to a service worker, such as a waiter or porter, as a gesture of appreciation.

Examples

In many European countries, a modest pourboire is considered standard etiquette for good service.
He tucked a generous pourboire into the valet's hand before driving away.

Synonyms: tip, gratuity, baksheesh, lagniappe

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pourboire

noun

Pronunciation: /pʊərˈbwɑːr/

Definition

A small sum of money given voluntarily to a service worker, such as a waiter or porter, as a gesture of appreciation.

Examples

In many European countries, a modest pourboire is considered standard etiquette for good service.
He tucked a generous pourboire into the valet's hand before driving away.
The hotel staff relied on the occasional pourboire to supplement their base wages.

Synonyms of pourboire

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