tributes

noun

1. 1

   An acknowledgment of gratitude, respect or admiration; an accompanying gift.

   “Please accept this as a tribute of our thanks.”

2. 2

   A payment made by one nation to another in submission.

   “The Ancient Romans made their conquered countries pay tribute.”

3. 3

   Extortion; protection money.

4. 4

   A payment made by a feudal vassal to his lord.

5. 5

   A certain proportion of the mined ore, or of its value, given to the miner as payment.