backsheesh

/ ˈbækʃiːʃ /

noun

1. See baksheesh
   a variant spelling of baksheesh

Example Sentences

"I will give you ten pounds for it, if you will give me a good backsheesh," said Gregorios at last.

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"You probably ask a pound for every year, and a backsheesh for the odd months," said the other.

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Corruption is so rife in Turkey that the Palace officials ever hang together, providing there is sufficient backsheesh passing.

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There is no clamouring for backsheesh as in other Oriental countries.

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Beggars clamouring for backsheesh, people wanting to guide them through the ruins, and vendors of relics.

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