No Tickee, No Washee Definition

Something is not to be had without an exchange ; there will be no deal without the required consideration or recompense .

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Origin of No Tickee, No Washee

  • A phrase stereotypically attributed to Chinese laundry workers in centuries past, who would only return a customer's washing when the ticket (receipt) was presented.

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