Tribute

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Tribute [ TRIB-yoot ]
 [ noun ]
 MEANING :
 1. An act, statement, or gift that is intended to show gratitude, respect, or admiration.
2. Payment made periodically by one state or ruler to another, especially as a sign of dependence.
3. A proportion of ore or its equivalent, paid to a miner for his work, or to the owner or lessor of a mine.
 USAGE EXAMPLE 1 :
 A fitting tribute to the soldiers was planned on their return. 

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