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- pronunciation:
- bo
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- features:
- Word Combinations (noun), Word Parts
| part of speech: |
noun |
| inflections: |
bonuses |
| definition 1: |
a donation or payment in excess of what is required, usu. as a reward for exceeding the terms of a contract.
All World War II veterans received a bonus in their benefits that year.- synonyms:
- gratuity, honorarium, tip
- similar words:
- bounty, fringe benefit, perk, perquisite, premium, reward
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| definition 2: |
an extra portion or item given free, usu. as an incentive to buy something.
- synonyms:
- giveaway, handout, premium
- similar words:
- extra, lagniappe, perk, perquisite, sample
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| definition 3: |
a share of profits paid to stockholders of a company.
- similar words:
- dividend, premium
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| definition 4: |
an unexpected good thing that happens or is produced in conjunction with something else.
No, we were not expecting so many older students to want to participate in the program. That was just a bonus. |
| related words: |
prize, tip |
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