backsheesh
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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In Stamboul it is customary, when a bargain of any importance is completed, for the seller to make the buyer a present of some small object, which is called the backsheesh, or gift.
From Paul Patoff by Crawford, F. Marion (Francis Marion)
The ears were annoyed with the jargon of many dialects; the harsh voices of the natives, the loud exclamations of the dealers, and the whining cries of the beggars for backsheesh.
From A Trip to the Orient The Story of a Mediterranean Cruise by Jacob, Robert Urie
Our Kikuyu and Wanderobo guides were sent out with promises of liberal backsheesh to find fresh trails, but they returned with unfavorable reports, so we marched back to the main camp again.
From In Africa Hunting Adventures in the Big Game Country by McCutcheon, John T.
"He does want backsheesh," the deep, musical voice went on—"a little pity, a little common kindness."
From Jan and Her Job by Harker, L. Allen (Lizzie Allen)
"I will give you ten pounds for it, if you will give me a good backsheesh," said Gregorios at last.
From Paul Patoff by Crawford, F. Marion (Francis Marion)
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