About The Word Lagniappe

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Lagniappe

Lagniappe Meaning & Definition
Lagniappe Definition And Meaning

What's The Definition Of Lagniappe?

[n] a small gift (especially one given by a merchant to a customer who makes a purchase)

Synonyms | Synonyms for Lagniappe:

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See Also | gift

Lagniappe In Webster's Dictionary

\La*gniappe\, Lagnappe \La*gnappe"\, n. [Etym. uncertain.] In Louisiana, a trifling present given to customers by tradesmen; a gratuity. Lagniappe . . .is something thrown in, gratis, for good measure. --Mark Twain.

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