Meaning & Definition of word "Gratis"
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Gratis
/ˈɡrætɪs/
adjective:
- 1. Free of charge; without payment.
- Example: The hotel provided gratis breakfast for all guests.
- 2. Provided without payment; complimentary.
- Example: The event included gratis refreshments for all participants.
adverb:
- 1. Without charge; free.
- Example: The concert tickets were given out gratis to all attendees.
- 2. As a gift or bonus, without requiring payment.
- Example: Customers received a gratis sample of the new product.
- 3. In a manner that is done voluntarily and without compensation.
- Example: They offered their services gratis to the local charity.
Etymology
From Latin 'gratis', meaning 'for free'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
gratis et amore:
Given for free and out of love, often used to indicate something that is freely given.
Related Words
free:
Without cost or payment.
complimentary:
Given free of charge.
Slang Meanings of gratis
Meaning: On the house
Example Sentence: The drinks were on the house, they were gratis.
Meaning: For nothing
Example Sentence: I got my haircut for nothing; it was gratis.