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EX GRATIA
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Dictionary entry overview: What does ex gratia mean?
• EX GRATIA (adjective)
The adjective EX GRATIA has 1 sense:
1. as a favor; not compelled by legal right
Familiarity information: EX GRATIA used as an adjective is very rare.
Dictionary entry details
Sense 1
Meaning:
As a favor; not compelled by legal right
Context example:
ex gratia payments made to nonstriking workers
Similar:
optional (possible but not necessary; left to personal choice)
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