EX GRATIA


Meaning of EX GRATIA in English

Pronunciation: ( ˌ )eks- ' gr ā -sh( ē -) ə

Function: adjective or adverb

Etymology: New Latin

Date: 1769

: as a favor : not compelled by legal right < ex gratia pension payments>

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