complimentary

a printed punctuation mark (‽), available only in some typefaces, designed to combine the question mark (?) and the exclamation point (!), indicating a mixture of query and interjection, as after a rhetorical question.

a gadget; dingus; thingumbob.

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complimentary (ˌkɒmplɪˈmɛntərɪ, -trɪ)

—*adj*
1.	conveying, containing, or resembling a compliment
2.	expressing praise; flattering
3.	given free, esp as a courtesy or for publicity purposes

compli'mentarily

—*adv*

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complimentary

mid-17c., "conveying a compliment," from compliment. In later use loosely meaning "free of charge."

Example sentences

Enjoy free local newspapers each morning and a complimentary continental

breakfast in the lobby.

Extra amenities include unpacking service, evening canapés, a welcome bottle of

chilled champagne and complimentary bottled water.

Technology, software and robots do complimentary things well, but again have

major shortfalls.

Rates are inexpensive, and hotel amenities include a complimentary breakfast

with waffles, an indoor swimming pool and a hot tub.

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