compliments

/ˈkɑmplɪmɪnts/
/ˈkɒmplɪmənts/
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Definitions of compliments
  1. noun
    (usually plural) a polite expression of desire for someone's welfare
    synonyms: regard, wish
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    type of:
    greeting, salutation
    (usually plural) an acknowledgment or expression of good will (especially on meeting)
Pronunciation
US
/ˈkɑmplɪmɪnts/
UK
/ˈkɒmplɪmənts/
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