bakshish

/bækˈʃiːʃ/
noun
  1. A small amount of money given as a tip or bribe, especially in some Middle Eastern or South Asian countries.
    • The hotel porter expected a little bakshish for carrying the bags.
    • In some markets, a small bakshish can help you get a better price.
    • He slipped the guard some bakshish to let him through the gate.
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