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payback

/ˈpeɪbæk/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does payback mean?

noun, verb

Repayment or return of money lent or a service rendered, or a revenge or retaliation. A return or repayment, especially of a debt or service.

Example

"The company offered a payback scheme to encourage customers to buy the new product."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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