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bonus

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/ˈbəʊ.nəs/ English

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noun

  1. Something extra that is good; an added benefit.
  2. An extra sum given as a premium, e.g. to an employee or to a shareholder.“The employee of the week receives a bonus for his excellent work.”
  3. An addition to the player's score based on performance, e.g. for time remaining.
  4. One or more free throws awarded to a team when the opposing team has accumulated enough fouls.

verb

  1. To pay a bonus, premium

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