Definition of quid pro quo
- something given or received in exchange for something else
Usage examples of quid pro quo
The deal was a quid pro quo: she would design his website, and he would repair her laptop in exchange.
Prosecutors examined whether the donation was part of a quid pro quo, meaning money was given in return for political favors.
In a fair negotiation, each side expects some quid pro quo, giving something valuable to receive something valuable back.