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bonuses

|bo-nus-es|

🇺🇸

/ˈboʊ.nəs.ɪz/

🇬🇧

/ˈbəʊ.nəs.ɪz/

(bonus)

extra reward

Base Form	Plural
bonus	bonuses

Etymology

Etymology Information

'bonus' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'bonus,' where 'bonus' meant 'good.'

Historical Evolution

'bonus' was adopted into English from Latin without significant transformation.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'good' or 'advantageous,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'extra reward or compensation.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

additional compensation or reward given to employees or individuals, often as an incentive or recognition of performance.

The company gave out bonuses to all employees at the end of the year.

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Last updated: 2025/02/15 00:21