noun
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Comp
Comp (noun) means something given free of charge, especially as a courtesy, such as a free hotel room or meal. Example: “The casino gave them a comp for a free dinner after a big win.”
noun
1
Something given free of charge, especially as a courtesy, such as a free hotel room or meal.
"The casino gave them a comp for a free dinner after a big win."
2
Short for "compensation," especially in a workplace or insurance context.
"He filed a worker's comp claim after the accident."
How to use Comp
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishShorthand for either "complimentary" (free) or "compensation."
Common pairings
comp a meal
workers' comp
comp ticket
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What does “Comp” mean?
The word “Comp” means something given free of charge, especially as a courtesy, such as a free hotel room or meal. In plain terms, shorthand for either "complimentary" (free) or "compensation.".
How do you use “Comp” in a sentence?
Here is “Comp” used in a sentence: “The casino gave them a comp for a free dinner after a big win.”
What part of speech is “Comp”?
“Comp” is a noun.
Is “Comp” a common word?
“Comp” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “Comp” have?
“Comp” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: something given free of charge, especially as a courtesy, such as a free hotel room or meal.
What does comp mean when something is "on the house"?
In this sense, a comp is something given free of charge as a courtesy, such as a free hotel room, meal, or drink, often provided by a business to a customer as a goodwill gesture. The verb form, "to comp," means to give something away for free in this way.
What does comp mean in a workplace or insurance context?
In workplace or insurance contexts, comp is short for "compensation," as in workers' comp, which refers to payments made to an employee for injury, loss, or work performed.
Is comp formal or informal English?
Comp is informal in both its senses, functioning as a casual shortening of "complimentary" or "compensation." Formal writing would typically spell out the full word instead.
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