fee

A2
Pronunciation
/fiː/
Noun
7 definition(s)
1 Definition

(feudal law) A right to the use of a superior's land, as a stipend for services to be performed; also, the land so held; a fief.

2 Definition

An inheritable estate in land held of a feudal lord on condition of the performing of certain services.

3 Definition

An estate of inheritance in land, either absolute and without limitation to any particular class of heirs (fee simple) or limited to a particular class of heirs (fee tail).

4 Definition

Property; owndom; estate.

5 Definition

Money paid or bestowed; payment; emolument.

6 Definition

A prize or reward. Only used in the set phrase "A finder's fee" in Modern English.

7 Definition

A monetary payment charged for professional services.

Verb
1 definition(s)
1 Definition

To reward for services performed, or to be performed; to recompense; to hire or keep in hire; hence, to bribe.