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compliment

2 entries found.

Main Entry:
1com·pli·ment 
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Pronunciation:
\ˈkäm-plə-mənt\
Function:
noun
Etymology:
Middle French, from Italian complimento, from Spanish cumplimiento, from cumplir to be courteous — more at comply
Date:
1598
1 a: an expression of esteem, respect, affection, or admiration ; especially : an admiring remark b: formal and respectful recognition : honor2plural : best wishes : regards <accept my compliments> <compliments of the season>


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