English Explanatory Dictionary

no tickee, no washee

English dictionary entry

Meanings

phrase
  1. Something is not to be had without an exchange; there will be no deal without the required consideration or recompense.

Word forms

no tickee, no washee

Etymology

A phrase stereotypically attributed to Chinese laundry workers in centuries past, who would only return a customer's washing when the ticket (receipt) was presented. See also -ee.

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