Word of the Day

lagniappe

[lan-yap]

noun:

a small gift given with a purchase to a customer

Explanation

A lagniappe is a little something extra a customer receives with a purchase. It could be a brownie slipped into the takeout bag or a handwritten thank-you note. In Louisiana, giving a lagniappe is a cherished tradition that shows how small gestures can make a big impression.

Example: The baker added a free cupcake to my order as a sweet lagniappe.