comshaw

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Synonyms: cumshaw

Antonyms: cumshaw

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Noun

1. {{lb|en|dated}} A [[bribe]] or [[gratuity]] for a service or for arranging a [[deal]]; [[squeeze]].
2. {{lb|en|navy slang}} The practice of [[pilfer]]ing or [[barter]]ing for [[surplus]] items.

Verb

1. {{lb|en|navy slang}} To [[acquire]] without officially [[requisition]]ing; to [[pilfer]] or [[barter]] for [[surplus]] items.

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