(v. t.) To give in return, whether good or evil; -- commonly in
a good sense; to requite; to recompense; to repay; to compensate.
(n.) Regard; respect; consideration.
(n.) That which is given in return for good or evil done or
received; esp., that which is offered or given in return for some
service or attainment, as for excellence in studies, for the return of
something lost, etc.; recompense; requital.
(n.) Hence, the fruit of one's labor or works.
(n.) Compensation or remuneration for services; a sum of money
paid or taken for doing, or forbearing to do, some act.
