noun
- money given to someone for services provided, especially in addition to the basic payment; tips
Usage: plural of gratuity
Examples
- The restaurant automatically adds gratuities to large party bills.
- Hotel staff rely on gratuities to supplement their income.
- All gratuities are shared equally among the wait staff.
- The cruise line includes suggested gratuities in their pricing information.
- She calculated the gratuities for each service provider at the wedding.
- Many countries have different customs regarding gratuities for taxi drivers.