26984 words

comp

13 definitions • 21 examples
1
to give goods or services to someone without asking for payment:

Examples:

Usually, the writer's entire trip is comped.
They comped us two tickets.
Bar staff are checked to make sure they don't comp too much.
comped meals/drinks
2
to allow someone to do something without having to pay:

Examples:

You can comp two guests.
3

Examples:

It takes a bit of organization but there are people who make a living by comping.
4
a school in the UK for children above the age of 11 of all abilities. Comp is short for

Examples:

He went to the local comp.
She works at one of the toughest inner-city comps in the country.
5

Examples:

David didn't bother entering the comp.
They haven't won a comp since 2009.
6
something, especially a ticket, that is given free to someone. Comp is short for

Examples:

They offered me two comps for the buffet.
7
the money that an employee receives for doing their job, sometimes including other benefits (= rewards) such as health insurance. Comp is short for

Examples:

What's the comp you're offering for that position?
We need to put together a comp package that will attract a highly successful candidate.
8
a product or company that is similar to another one and so can be used to make judgments about its success. Comp is short for

Examples:

Comps help editors make acquisition decisions by helping them understand what the audience might be for a specific title.
The company is valued at a higher multiple than the any of its industry comps.
9
short for

Examples:

Here's a guide for doctoral students on how to pass comps with flying colours.
Comps can take many forms, from an informal meeting of just a few hours to a series of formal exams taking place over a week.
10
abbreviation for

Examples:

If you are injured at work, you may be entitled to comp benefits.
11
something that is given without any charge being made:

Examples:

I managed to get two comps for the show.
12
that you do not have to pay for:

Examples:

You will be entitled to two comp passes for the festival.
13
to give someone something without making them pay for it:

Examples:

Some restaurants will comp customers the meal if they have complained about food or service.

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