Compliment (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

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noun
  1. an expression of praise, commendation, or admiration: A sincere compliment boosts one's morale.
  2. an act or expression of civility, respect, or regard: The mayor paid him the compliment of escorting him.
  3. a courteous greeting; good wishes; regards: He sends you his compliments.
  4. a gift; present.
verb (used with object)
  1. to express praise, commendation, or admiration of: She complimented the child on his good behavior.
  2. to show kindness or regard for by a gift or other favor: He complimented us by giving a party in our honor.
  3. to congratulate: They were traveling to the capital to compliment the prince on the birth of a son.
verb (used without object)
  1. to express praise, commendation, or admiration: He was known for a warm style of leadership in which he complimented and praised frequently.
Idioms
  1. given or donated by: Begin your day with a delicious continental breakfast, compliments of your hosts.I have a mystery tomato plant growing among my squash, apparently compliments of the birds and their droppings.
noun (ˈkɒmplɪmənt)
  1. a remark or act expressing respect, admiration, etc
  2. a greeting of respect or regard
verb (ˈkɒmplɪˌmɛnt) (tr)
  1. to express admiration of; congratulate or commend
  2. to express or show respect or regard for, esp by a gift
Compliment (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

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