bonsella
bonsella · bonsellas
In a transaction, something extra on the sideIn a transaction, something extra on the side.
Meaning
4 senses(South Africa)In a transaction, something extra on the side.
(South Africa)A tip or gratuity.
(South Africa)A handout.
(South Africa)A bribe.
Origin
Borrowed from Afrikaans bonsela, from Xhosa bansela meaning "showing thanks with a gift",Borrowed from Afrikaans bonsela, from Xhosa bansela meaning "showing thanks with a gift", related to Zulu umbhanselo a "tip".
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