Definitions for lagniappelænˈyæp, ˈlæn yæp
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Random House Webster's College Dictionary
la•gniappelænˈyæp, ˈlæn yæp(n.)
a small gift given by a merchant to a customer for making a purchase.
a gratuity; tip.
Origin of lagniappe:
1840–50, Amer.; < LaF < AmerSp la ñapa the addition
Princeton's WordNet
lagniappe(noun)
a small gift (especially one given by a merchant to a customer who makes a purchase)
Wiktionary
lagniappe(Noun)
An extra or unexpected gift or benefit
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