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appearance money

British

noun

money paid by a promoter of an event to a particular celebrity in order to ensure that the celebrity takes part in the event

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Percy Darrow, a young man of scientific training, indolent manners, effeminate appearance, hidden energy, and absolute courage, lounged through the doors of the Atlas Building.

From The Sign at Six by White, Stewart Edward

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