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complimentary item
/ˌkɒmplɪˈmɛntri ˈaɪtəm/
free item given as a courtesy
The hotel offered a complimentary item to all guests.
The hotel gave a free item to all guests as a courtesy.
Business
formalBusiness
An item provided free of charge as a courtesy or promotional gesture, typically in hospitality or business settings.
The restaurant included a complimentary dessert with the meal.
The restaurant gave a free dessert to customers as a courtesy.
Complimentary items are often used to enhance customer experience.
Free items are given to improve customer satisfaction.
Common in hotels, restaurants, and events to build goodwill.
Collocations
complimentary breakfastfree breakfast providedcomplimentary upgradefree upgrade given
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Pro Tip
Usage in Business
Companies often use complimentary items to attract customers or show appreciation.
Gold Rule
Clarity
Always specify what the complimentary item is to avoid confusion.
Word Origin
From 'complimentary' (free as a courtesy) + 'item' (a single object).
Usage Notes
Often used in marketing and hospitality to describe free offerings.
Word Breakdown
complimentary
free as a courtesy
adjectiveitem
a single object or product
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