backsheesh

/ ˈbækʃiːʃ /

noun

1. a variant spelling of baksheesh

Example Sentences

A little backsheesh goes a long distance; a raised and commanding voice when needed does as well.

From Washington Times

This was duly signed and sealed, and the money paid on the spot, with promise of liberal backsheesh at the end if the agreement was satisfactorily performed.

From Project Gutenberg

After receiving their “backsheesh” they departed, for which I was not sorry.

From Project Gutenberg

He came twice to our tent and waved the sword close to our heads, saying, 'Taih backsheesh.'

From Project Gutenberg

I had halted, meaning to descend and buy something as an excuse to ask questions, when a dirty, crouching figure which squatted near the floor scrambled up and flung itself before me whining for backsheesh.

From Project Gutenberg