comp

comp
comp comp [kɒmp ǁ kɑːmp] noun [uncountable]
HUMAN RESOURCES abbreviation for compensation:

• Most workers' comp claims are for short absences with a minor injury.

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Ⅰ.
comp UK US /kɒmp/ noun INFORMAL
► [U] HR ABBREVIATION for COMPENSATION(Cf. ↑compensation): »

If you are injured at work, you may be entitled to comp benefits.

→ See also COMP TIME(Cf. ↑comp time), WORKERS' COMPENSATION(Cf. ↑workers' compensation)
► [C] something that is given without any charge being made: »

I managed to get two comps for the show.

Ⅱ.
comp UK US /kɒmp/ adjective [before noun]
► that you do not have to pay for: »

You will be entitled to two comp passes for the festival.

→ See also COMPLIMENTARY(Cf. ↑complimentary)
Ⅲ.
comp UK US /kɒmp/ verb [T]
► to give someone something without making them pay for it: »

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


Financial and business terms. 2012.

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