gift of respect; betrothal gifts
Meanings
2 senses · 5 examplesnoun
ceremonial gift given when hiring someone as a sign of respect
formalA traditional formal gesture, often involving money or valuable items, to show sincerity and respect when recruiting a valued person (like a teacher, advisor, or official). This usage is less common in modern business but persists in some formal contexts.
In ancient times, when recruiting talented individuals, they often prepared generous gifts as a sign of respect.
The company offered a generous ceremonial gift to recruit this expert.
noun
betrothal gifts; bride price presented by the groom's family to the bride's family
The most common modern meaning. Refers to money, jewelry, or other gifts given by the groom's family to the bride's family as part of traditional marriage customs, formalizing the engagement.
According to traditional customs, the groom's side needs to prepare betrothal gifts.
The two families have already agreed on the amount for the betrothal gifts.
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In modern marriages, the form of betrothal gifts is becoming more and more diverse.