payout
UK: ˈpeɪaʊt | US: ˈpeɪaʊt
n. a sum of money paid out, especially as a dividend or profit distribution
n. the act or process of disbursing funds
The word "payout" combines "pay," derived from Old French paier (to satisfy a debt) and Latin pacare (to pacify or settle), with "out," from Old English ūt (external or beyond). The compound emerged in the early 20th century, reflecting financial contexts where money is distributed outward (e.g., dividends or winnings). The morphemes retain their original meanings, logically merging to describe disbursement.
The lottery winner received a lump-sum payout.
Investors expect a quarterly payout from the company.
The insurance payout covered the damage costs.
Delayed payouts frustrated the employees.
The casino guarantees a 95% payout rate on slot machines.