COMPLIMENT
\kˈɒmplɪmənt], \kˈɒmplɪmənt], \k_ˈɒ_m_p_l_ɪ_m_ə_n_t]\
Definitions of COMPLIMENT
- 2006 - WordNet 3.0
- 2011 - English Dictionary Database
- 2010 - New Age Dictionary Database
- 1919 - The Winston Simplified Dictionary
- 1899 - The american dictionary of the english language.
- 1894 - The Clarendon dictionary
- 1919 - The Concise Standard Dictionary of the English Language
- 1871 - The Cabinet Dictionary of the English Language
- 1790 - A Complete Dictionary of the English Language
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By DataStellar Co., Ltd
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An expression, by word or act, of approbation, regard, confidence, civility, or admiration; a flattering speech or attention; a ceremonious greeting; as, to send one's compliments to a friend.
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To praise, flatter, or gratify, by expressions of approbation, respect, or congratulation; to make or pay a compliment to.
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To pass compliments; to use conventional expressions of respect.
By Oddity Software
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A formal expression of courtesy, approval, or admiration; delicate flattery.
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To flatter; congratulate; praise.
By William Dodge Lewis, Edgar Arthur Singer
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An expression of regard: delicate flattery.
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To pay a compliment to: to express respect for: to praise: to flatter.
By Daniel Lyons
By William Hand Browne, Samuel Stehman Haldeman
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To pay a compliment to; use or exchange compliments.
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An expression of admiration, congratulation, or the like.
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A formal greeting; usually in the plural.
By James Champlin Fernald
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