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premium

noun [C] (EXTRA)
 
 
/ˈpriː.mi.əm/

Definition

an amount that is more than usual: We're willing to pay a premium for the best location. Because of their location, these offices attract a premium. The modified cars are available at a premium of five percent over the original price. The busy shopper puts a premium on (= appreciates and will pay more for) finding everything in one big store.Also, extra, and in addition
(Definition of premium noun (EXTRA) from the Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary & Thesaurus © Cambridge University Press)

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