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Gift of money returned we hear? That's a surprise! (9)

Ross

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baksheesh

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'gift of money' is the definition.
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(Other definitions for baksheesh that I've seen before include "Gratuity or tip in Middle East" , "Small amount given for services rendered" , "(Oriental) money given as a tip or alms" , "Gift of money" .)

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