payback

//ˈpeɪˌbæk//
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Noun

paybackSingular
paybacksPlural
1

An act of revenge or retaliation for a wrong or injury suffered.

He said the attack was payback for the insult.

2

The return of money previously invested or loaned; repayment.

The payback on this investment will take about five years.

3

The profit or benefit gained from an investment or action.

The payback from investing in education is significant.

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