A family allowance; (Australian) a payment awarded after the birth of a child; (Canadian) a regular monthly allowance granted to parents of dependent children.
Origin
Early 20th century; earliest use found in Perry (Iowa) Daily Chief.
Definition of baby bonus in US English:
baby bonus
noun
informal
A family allowance; (Australian) a payment awarded after the birth of a child; (Canadian) a regular monthly allowance granted to parents of dependent children.
Origin
Early 20th century; earliest use found in Perry (Iowa) Daily Chief.