nominal fee — a very small amount of money charged for something, often just to cover basic costs
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a very small amount of money charged for something, often just to cover basic costs
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈnɑːmɪnəl fiː/
Example Sentences
- The museum charges only a nominal fee of $2 for students, which is basically the cost of a candy bar.
- Our company requires a nominal fee for the training program to ensure participants are committed.
- The app is free to download, but there's a nominal fee of 99 cents to remove ads - cheaper than a cup of coffee!
nominal fee
NOUN[/ˈnɑːmɪnəl fiː/]
a very small amount of money charged for something, often just to cover basic costs
a smiling visitor places a single coin into the palm of a welcoming receptionist at the front desk. The receptionist gestures toward the open doors of the community center behind them. The visitor receives a colorful wristband in exchange for the tiny payment. Other community members walk freely through the entrance wearing similar wristbands. The receptionist's warm expression shows this small amount easily covers the basic costs. a very small amount of money charged for something, often just to cover basic costs
At the terminal, a nominal fee turns criminal spree!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The term derives from Latin 'nomen' (name), which evolved into the adjective 'nominal' meaning 'in name only' or 'existing only in form'. Combined with 'fee' (a charge or payment), it describes a small or token charge levied for formal purposes rather than reflecting actual value.
Breakdown
nomen- (Latin: name) + -al (adjective-forming suffix meaning 'of or relating to') + fee (charge or payment). The word structure indicates something that exists nominally or formally.
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📝Examples
“The museum charges only a nominal fee of $2 for students, which is basically the cost of a candy bar.”
“Our company requires a nominal fee for the training program to ensure participants are committed.”
“The app is free to download, but there's a nominal fee of 99 cents to remove ads - cheaper than a cup of coffee!”
“The club membership has a nominal fee structure based on income levels.”
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