Usually means: Extra reward for exceptional performance.
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Definitions from Wiktionary (
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American English Definition British English Definition
noun:  Something extra that is good; an added benefit.
noun:  An extra sum given as a premium, e.g. to an employee or to a shareholder.
noun:  (video games) An addition to the player's score based on performance, e.g. for time remaining.
noun:  (basketball) One or more free throws awarded to a team when the opposing team has accumulated enough fouls.
verb:  (transitive) To pay a bonus, premium
noun:  A surname.
noun:  A place name:
noun:  An unincorporated community in Butler County, Pennsylvania, United States.
noun:  An unincorporated community in Wharton County, Texas, United States.

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