Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

per diem

noun

/pər ˈdiː.əm/

Definition

A daily allowance for expenses, typically used for travel or work-related expenses.

Examples

The company provided a per diem of $50 for meals while on business trips.
During the conference, attendees received a per diem to cover their lodging and meals.

Meaning

The term ‘per diem’ refers to a specified daily amount of money given to employees or workers to cover expenses while they are traveling or working away from their usual place of work.