Bribes
/ˈbraɪbz/
Definitions
- (n.) Plural of bribe, meaning illicit payments or benefits given to influence the actions of a public official or other person in authority.
The company was charged with offering bribes to government officials.
Forms
- bribe
- bribed
- bribing
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Commentary
Typically used in criminal and administrative law contexts; focus is on unlawful inducements affecting official conduct.
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