Meaning & use
perks
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Additional benefits or advantages provided along with a job or position, beyond regular pay.
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Free gym membership was one of the perks that came with the job.
Employees enjoyed perks such as flexible hours and discounted travel.
A note on using this word
"Perks" is a shortened, informal form of "perquisites," a term originally referring to incidental profits attached to an office or position.
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