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Meaning:

Noun:

  • colloquial|Jamaica a hand-rolled marijuana cigarette; a joint
  • dated A well-dressed man
  • sales jargon A bonus or other remuneration, given for reaching a sales goal or promoting the goods of a particular manufacturer. Originally from textile retailing, a percentage given for selling off surplus or out-of-fashion stock, of which the sales person could offer part as a discount to a customer.
  • uncountable Attractiveness or charm in dress, appearance, or manner

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Verb:

  • to reward (a salesperson) with a spiff.
  • (usually with ''up'') to make spiffy (attractive, polished, or up-to-date)

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