General
compo
What does compo mean?
Compensation, especially workers' compensation for a workplace injury.
"He's on compo after hurting his back."
Origin
Abbreviation of 'compensation' with '-o'.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'compo' mean?
It's short for compensation, usually workers' compensation paid after a workplace injury.
What does 'on compo' mean?
It means someone is receiving workers' compensation payments while off work with an injury.
Where does 'compo' come from?
It's an Australian abbreviation of 'compensation' with the common '-o' ending.
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