kickback

• Substantivo que designa uma propina paga por um vendedor a um agente de compras para induzi-lo a fechar um negócio; também pode se referir a uma comissão ilegal ou a um pagamento feito em troca de favorecimento.

A noun referring to a commercial bribe paid by a seller to a purchasing agent in order to induce the agent to enter into the transaction.

1. Illegal payment or bribeB2formalbusiness

   A sum of money given secretly to someone in a position of power or influence as a reward for making a business deal or transaction happen.

   Propina

   • The contractor was accused of paying kickbacks to government officials.
   • An investigation revealed that the purchasing agent received kickbacks from several suppliers.
   • The company's policy strictly prohibits any form of kickback in procurement.
   • He lost his job after being caught accepting a kickback from a vendor.

   Sinônimosbackhanderbribegraftpayoffrake-offsweetener

2. Sudden backward motionB2formaltechnical

   A sharp, forceful recoil or rebound of a tool or mechanical part, especially a saw, gun, or engine.

   Recuo

   • Always hold the chainsaw firmly to avoid kickback.
   • The kickback from the rifle bruised his shoulder.
   • Safety guards are designed to reduce the risk of kickback in power tools.
   • A sudden kickback of the drill caused the bit to break.

   Sinônimosbacklashkickreactionreboundrecoil

3. Relaxation or breakB1informal

   A period or activity in which one enjoys rest or recreation; a relaxing break from work or routine.

   Descanso ou pausa

   • After the long week, we had a nice kickback at the beach house.
   • They organized a small kickback with friends on Saturday.
   • I'm looking forward to a quiet kickback this weekend.
   • The office party was just a kickback with music and snacks.

   Sinônimosbreakbreatherdowntimeleisurerelaxationreposerespiteresttime off