ex gratia

adjective or adverb ex gra·tia \(ˌ)eks-ˈgrā-sh(ē-)ə\

—used to describe something that is done or given freely rather than because it is required by a law

Full Definition of EX GRATIA

: as a favor : not compelled by legal right <ex gratia pension payments>

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New Latin

First Known Use: 1769

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