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wotd: lagniappe

lagniappe \LAN-yap\, noun:
1. A small gift given with a purchase to a customer, for good measure.
2. A gratuity or tip.
3. An unexpected or indirect benefit.
I've replaced the word "bonus" in my vocabulary.

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auntie m said…
I received a little Christmas lagniappe today. Key word....little.
4:15 PM
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