English Explanatory Dictionary

bonsella

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. In a transaction, something extra on the side.
  2. A tip or gratuity.
  3. A handout.
  4. A bribe.

Word forms

bonsella bonsellas bansela

Etymology

Borrowed from Afrikaans bonsela, from Xhosa bansela meaning "showing thanks with a gift", related to Zulu umbhanselo a "tip".

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