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Meaning of the word paying in English

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paying

Verb

1.

give (someone) money that is due for work done, goods received, or a debt incurred.

Example:
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he paid the locals to pick his coffee beans
Synonym:
rewardreimburserecompenseremuneratetipindemnifyfinanceendowsupportbackstakefundcapitalizesubsidizesponsorshell out for
2.

suffer a loss or other misfortune as a consequence of an action.

Example:
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they paid for his impatience
Synonym:
sufferatone
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