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bounty (noun)

A bounty is a generous gift or a reward offered for a specific task, such as the capture of a criminal. It also frequently refers to an abundance or plentiful supply of something, particularly food or natural resources.

💬 Example

"The children were amazed by the bounty of sweets they collected on Halloween."

💡 Memory Tip

Think of a 'Bountiful' table. 'Bounty' is the 'Bonus' you get for being 'Punt-y' (kicking a goal/finishing a task).

🏛️ Origin

🔗 Synonyms
abundance largesse reward plenty premium
⚠️ Common Mistakes

Using 'bounty' for a regular work salary. → Salary or Wage.

Saying 'a bounty for his head'. → A bounty on his head.

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