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1. (n.) pittance
a small amount or share.
2. pittance
a small allowance of money.
3. pittance
a scanty wage or remuneration.
Etymology: (1175–1225; ME pitaunce < OF pitance, var. of pietance piety, pity, allowance of food)
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1. (noun) pittance
an inadequate payment
"they work all day for a mere pittance"
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1. (noun) pittance
an allowance of food bestowed in charity; a mess of victuals; hence, a small charity gift; a dole
2. (noun) pittance
a meager portion, quantity, or allowance; an inconsiderable salary or compensation
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