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free gift

/friː ɡɪft/
an item given without charge

The store is offering a free gift with every purchase over $50.

A complimentary item is given to customers who spend more than $50.


informal

an item given without charge, often as a promotional offer or incentive

Sign up for our newsletter and receive a free gift.

Subscribing to the newsletter entitles you to a complimentary item.

The free gift was a small token of appreciation from the company.

The company provided a complimentary item as a gesture of gratitude.

Often used in marketing to attract customers or as a gesture of goodwill.

Collocations

free gift with purchasea complimentary item included when buying somethingfree gift carda prepaid card given without charge

Synonyms

complimentary itemgiveawayfreebie

Antonyms

paid itempurchased product

Related Phrases

buy one, get one freephrase
a promotional offer where purchasing one item entitles you to another for free
freebiephrase
an item given without charge, often as a promotional offer

Pro Tip

Marketing Use

Businesses often use 'free gift' to attract customers or reward loyalty.

Gold Rule

Clarity

Ensure the terms of the 'free gift' are clearly stated to avoid misunderstandings.

Word Origin

Combination of 'free' (without cost) and 'gift' (an item given voluntarily).

Usage Notes

Common in retail and marketing contexts to encourage purchases or loyalty.

Word Breakdown

free
without cost
adjective
+
gift
an item given voluntarily
noun
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