freebie

free·bie

noun \ˈfrē-bē\

Definition of FREEBIE

: something (as a theater ticket) given without charge

Variants of FREEBIE

free·bie or free·bee \ˈfrē-bē\

Examples of FREEBIE

1. On the store's opening day, the manager gave out hats, small toys, and other freebies.
2. <I got this CD as a freebie for buying a receiver.>

Origin of FREEBIE

by alteration from obsolete freeby gratis, irregular from free

First Known Use: 1928

Related to FREEBIE

Synonyms: bestowal, comp, donation, donative, fairing [British], gift (or freebee), giveaway, handsel, lagniappe, largesse (also largess), present, presentation

Related Words: alms, benefaction, beneficence, benevolence, charity, contribution, dole, handout, oblation, offering, philanthropy, tithe; box [British], care package, foy [chiefly Scottish]; grant, subsidy; remembrance, tribute, valentine; bonus, boon, windfall; courtesy, favor, generosity, sacrifice; gratuity, propine [Scottish], tip; award, prize, reward; dowry; bequest, legacy

Near Antonyms: advance, loan; bribe, douceur, peace offering, sop

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Rhymes with FREEBIE

BB, Beebe, Hebe, phoebe, Phoebe