backsheesh Meaning & Definition
What Does Backsheesh Mean?
Backsheesh is used as a noun meaning Alternative spelling of baksheesh. As a verb, it means Alternative spelling of baksheesh. As a verb, it means To bribe with a baksheesh.
Backsheesh: Key Facts
| Part of speech | noun, verb |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | tip, gratuity and baksheesh |
| Plural | backsheeshes |
| Verb forms | backsheeshes, backsheeshing, backsheeshed |
Backsheesh Definition (Noun)
- Alternative spelling of baksheesh.
Backsheesh as a Verb
- Alternative spelling of baksheesh.
Noun
- In the Middle East, southwest Asia and Eastern Europe: a bribe or tip.
- A minor wound that is severe enough to get a soldier sent away from the front.
Verb
- To bribe with a baksheesh.
Synonyms of Backsheesh
Backsheesh synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
backsheesh (usually uncountable, plural backsheeshes)
backsheesh (third-person singular simple present backsheeshes, present participle backsheeshing, simple past and past participle backsheeshed)
Words That Rhyme With Backsheesh
Questions People Ask About Backsheesh
Is backsheesh a noun or a verb?
Backsheesh is mainly used as a noun, but it can also be used as a verb.
What is another word for backsheesh?
You can replace backsheesh with words such as tip, gratuity and baksheesh. See the full list of backsheesh synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of backsheesh?
The plural of backsheesh is backsheeshes.
What is the past tense of backsheesh?
The past tense of backsheesh is backsheeshed. The present participle is backsheeshing.