Come on Janet don't tell me as an Australian you don't know Anglo-Indian words
. With others I have to post links with you I thought it was not needed. I was using it with reference to Anglos.
"Tipping. This does not correlate with the European system of tipping, as it also includes demonstrations of gratitude, respect or veneration. An offering to the gods may be considered baksheesh."
Regards
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Arif.