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Complement

KAH-mpluh-muhnt

/ˈkɑːmplʌmʌnt/

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complement

Dictionary meaning

Something added to complete or embellish or make perfect.

Examples

  • A fine wine is a perfect complement to the dinner.
  • A full complement of workers.

Synonyms: accompaniment

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