Noah Webster's Dictionary 1. (n.) A small allowance or wage; an allowance of food bestowed in charity; a mess of victuals; hence, a small charity gift; a dole. 2. (n.) A meager portion, quantity, or allowance; an inconsiderable salary or compensation.

Multi-Version Concordance Pittance (1 Occurrence) Psalms 44:12 You sell your people for nothing, and have gained nothing from their sale. (See NIV)