verb
- past tense of bakshish; gave or received a bribe, tip, or gratuity, especially in Middle Eastern or South Asian contexts
Usage: informal; chiefly historical or regional
Examples
- The merchant bakshished the customs official to expedite the shipment.
- He bakshished the guard to gain entry to the restricted area.
- They bakshished the local officials to secure the necessary permits.
- The traveler bakshished the porter for carrying the heavy luggage.