basic wage
Americannoun
noun
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a person's wage excluding overtime, bonuses, etc
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the statutory minimum wage for any worker
Example Sentences
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He said that "their basic wage is just above minimum wage."
From BBC • Dec. 12, 2025
"The global surge in inflation is hitting low incomes. From May 1 the basic wage will rise by 50 euros a month to 713 euros a month," Mitsotakis said in a televised address.
From Reuters • Apr. 20, 2022
Her basic wage was also underwhelming, given her long hours.
From The Guardian • Jan. 9, 2019
Under its tiered format, Portland will see a $14.75 an hour minimum wage hike by 2022 while other counties in the state will boast a basic wage of $13.50.
From Washington Times • Mar. 7, 2016
The basic wage constitutes the main incentive for work; bonuses, premiums, and honors play a minor role.
From Area Handbook for Bulgaria by Baluyut, Violeta D.
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