Perquisite

noun

/ˈpɜːkwɪzɪt/

Word Frequency: 0.1

Definitions

1.noun(chiefly in the plural) Any monetary or other incidental benefit beyond salary.

"The perquisites of this job include health insurance and a performance bonus."

2.nounA gratuity.

"After the wonderful service that evening he didn’t hesitate in laying a substantial perquisite on the table."

3.nounA privilege or possession held or claimed exclusively by a certain person, group or class.

"Private jets and motor yachts are a perquisite of the rich."

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