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bribing

/ˈbraɪbɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does bribing mean?

verb

The act of giving or offering something, especially money, in order to influence someone's behavior or decision. The act of corrupting someone by offering them something in exchange for their influence or favor.

Example

"The politician was accused of bribing the official to secure the contract."

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

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