variants or freebee
: something (such as a theater ticket) given without charge

Examples of freebie in a Sentence

On the store's opening day, the manager gave out hats, small toys, and other freebies. I got this CD as a freebie for buying a receiver.
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Saying no to freebies and favors is my absolute least favorite thing to do. Deepali Jamwal, Forbes, 19 Mar. 2025 History, tradition of Irish holiday St. Patrick's Day food and drink deals 2025: Save some green with these freebies, discounts A school bus, but for dogs: Watch pups enjoy rides, snacks on their way to the park Where did the astronauts land? Anthony Robledo, USA TODAY, 19 Mar. 2025 In contrast, when influencers get freebies, they’re often expected to promote or acknowledge those products or services on social media. Kaitlin Newkirk, The Conversation, 5 Mar. 2025 According to Yelp, there are three main things diners look for in a date night restaurant: an intimate atmosphere, Italian cuisine, and special touches or complimentary champagne or other freebies to celebrate special occasions. Camila Pedrosa, Sacramento Bee, 11 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for freebie

Word History

Etymology

by alteration from obsolete freeby gratis, irregular from free

First Known Use

1925, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of freebie was in 1925

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“Freebie.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/freebie. Accessed 26 Mar. 2025.

Kids Definition

freebie

noun
free·​bie
: something given or received without charge

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