freebie

noun

free·bie | \ˈfrē-bē

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variants: or freebee

Definition of freebie

: something (such as a theater ticket) given without charge

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Examples of freebie in a Sentence

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

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Though many spots will be offering deals all month long, most are saving their freebies for National Ice Cream Day, which falls on Sunday, July 15 this year. — Olivia Harrison, refinery29.com, "Here's Where To Get Free Ice Cream This Month," 9 July 2018 The dongle has similar hardware to the $69 2017 Amazon Fire TV, which would make for a good developer freebie for those who attend the show. — Ron Amadeo, Ars Technica, "Google I/O 2018 preview—What we’re expecting from Google’s big show," 30 Apr. 2018 For restaurants and stores that are open, many offer freebies and special discounts to veterans and active military. — Editors, USA TODAY, "Memorial Day, National Burger Day and NBA Finals: 5 things you need to know Monday," 28 May 2018 For clothing, tech, travel and other discounts, check out this comprehensive list of freebies and sales for educators. — The Enquirer, Cincinnati.com, "Free Chipotle, Raising Cane's and other deals for National Teacher Appreciation Week," 7 May 2018 Plenty of brands are also offering freebies and deals in honor of Earth Day, which falls on Sunday, April 22 this year. — Lisa Marie Segarra, Fortune, "9 of the Best Deals for Earth Day 2018," 20 Apr. 2018 On Sundays, Beef O’Brady’s at 8655 Stirling Road in Cooper City (954-689-4747) offers the freebie from 5 to 9 p.m. — Sally Deneen, Sun-Sentinel.com, "Free kid's meals offered at South Florida restaurants," 12 July 2018 The freebie will be valid on future visits from July to September. — Olivia Harrison, refinery29.com, "Here's Where Moms Can Eat For Free This Mother's Day," 11 May 2018 According to the restaurant chain's website, educators can claim their freebie from 3 p.m. to close Tuesday, May 8, by presenting their faculty ID. — Michelle Ewing, ajc, "How to get free Chipotle on Teacher Appreciation Day," 1 May 2018

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freebie

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English Language Learners Definition of freebie

: something that is given for free

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