0 (especially in some Asian countries) a small amount of money or a present that is given to someone as a bribe, to persuade them to do something, sometimes something dishonest --
However, if he was able to successfully convince his audience of his fake identity, he would then reveal it and be awarded a baksheesh for having entertained the group.
A faqir may also ask for "baksheesh" but there is no thought in his mind that he is begging.
Synonyms: kickbacks, baksheesh(tips), payola, hush money, sweetener, protection money, boodle, and gratuity.
I was confounded, and tried to give a good baksheesh to the clerk, but he utterly declined.
I had him attended to, and, after rewarding them with 'baksheesh,' I let them proceed on their way rejoicing.