'bribe' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'bribe,' where 'bribe' meant 'a piece of bread given to beggars.'

'bribe' changed from the Old French word 'bribe' and eventually became the modern English word 'bribe'.

Initially, it meant 'a piece of bread given to beggars,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a sum of money or inducement offered to influence behavior.'