freebie

Or free·bee

[free-bee]

noun

Informal.

1. something given without charge or cost, as a ticket to a performance or sports event or a free sample at a store.

   Freebies can be very useful in promoting your brand or business.

freebie

/ ˈfriːbɪ /

noun

1. something provided without charge

adjective

1. without charge; free

Word History and Origins

Origin of freebie¹

1925–30, free + -bie, of uncertain origin; perhaps originally a noun phrase free bee, with bee ² as in put the bee on to borrow money with no intention of repaying it

Example Sentences

Shadow Justice Secretary Robert Jenrick said the government had "lost the plot" and was "addicted to providing freebies", according to the Sun.

From BBC

The book depicts her as being in an endless loop of binge spending, debt and then convoluted deals, sponsorships and freebies, to try to get her finances on track, before the cycle begins again.

From BBC

She adds of the hotel's occupants: "You know they are coming for freebies and when they come here they abuse the privilege. It's ridiculous."

From BBC

Last summer Reeves, along with the prime minister, became embroiled in a row over accepting freebies from clothing to concert tickets.

From BBC

Nathaniel refused to accept money from me or freebies from Studio City Music.

From Los Angeles Times