Etymology

From Old French gratuite (French gratuit) < Mediaeval Latin gratuitas ("a free gift") < Latin gratuitus ("freely given, free"); see gratuitous.

Noun

gratuity (plural gratuities)

1. A reward, service, or payment provided freely, without obligation.
2. (common usage) An additional charge placed for services rendered; see also: service fee.

Synonyms

• contribution
• cumshaw
• donation
• gift
• grace

Related terms

• gratuitous

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