pre·mi·um
ˈprē-mē-əm
1
a
: a reward or recompense for a particular act
b
: a sum over and above a regular price paid chiefly as an inducement or incentive
c
: a sum in advance of or in addition to the nominal value of something
bonds callable at a premium of six percent
d
: something given free or at a reduced price with the purchase of a product or service
2
: the consideration paid for a contract of insurance
3
: a high value or a value in excess of that normally or usually expected
put a premium on accuracy
: of exceptional quality or amount
also
: higher-priced
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