Meaning of the word bounty in English
What does bounty mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
bounty
US /ˈbaʊn.t̬i/
UK /ˈbaʊn.t̬i/
Noun
1.
a sum paid for killing or capturing a person or animal.
Example:
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there was an increased bounty on his head
2.
a sum paid to encourage trade.
Example:
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bounties were paid to colonial producers of indigo dye
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