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freemium
(free|mium)
Pronunciation:
/ˈfriːmɪəm/
noun
[
usually as modifier
]
a business model, especially on the Internet, whereby basic services are provided free of charge while more advanced features must be paid for.
Origin:
early 21st century
: blend of
free
and
premium
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