noun
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something given as a gift, esp. to a temple, revered person, etc. or to a king, monarch, etc.; tribute.
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a sum of money paid or required to be paid as punishment or penalty for an offence; fine.
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a gift of money, property, etc. that is presented to a woman at or before her marriage by her husband's family.
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something lent on condition that it should be returned, as a sum of money lent at interest or without interest; a loan.