quid pro quo

Quid pro quo is defined as giving something in exchange for getting something. (noun)

An example of quid pro quo is when you cover for your friend in a lie in exchange for him covering for you later.
An example of quid pro quo is a boss who offers his secretary a raise if she will kiss him.

See quid pro quo in Webster's New World College Dictionary

See quid pro quo in American Heritage Dictionary 4

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