Baksheesh and Backhander

Baksheesh

Baksheesh noun - A relatively small amount of money given for services rendered (as by a waiter).

Backhander and baksheesh are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Backhander" instead a noun "Baksheesh".

Backhander

Backhander noun - Something given or promised in order to improperly influence a person's conduct or decision.
Usage example: the customs official let us know that he might be prepared to look the other way if an appropriate backhander was slipped into his palm
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Synonyms for Backhander

Baksheesh and backhander are semantically related. You can use "Baksheesh" instead a noun "Backhander".

Nearby Words: backhanded, backhand
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