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.