What is Comp?
1.
Term used in the gaming (gambling) industry to describe gratuities given to frequent gamblers or high-rollers. Trunication of "complimentary" and often used as a verb.
Harry's uncle got comped a steak dinner at Harrah's after winning at Craps.
2.
Short for computer. Can be a laptop or desk top.
Damn, my comp is screwed.
3.
Short for "complementary." Used in the media business to refer to the lists you get on in order to receive free magazines and swag. Can be used to refer to getting other things--like drinks--for free as well.
"Dude, the crowd must've thought I played a great set last night at the bar--I got comped mad drinks."
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4.
As in comp time. When a unionized worker get compensated with time off for extra time worked. Usually granted by managment when they don't want to pay for overtime.
Martha is offering comp time instead of overtime.
5.
1. Computer
2. Competition
3. Free stuff actors and actresses get
1. Jeremy... anyone wanna hang out? says: Do you have windows live msn?
Eric (L)Katie(L) says: no, not on this comp
2. Hilary: Are you entering comp this year?
Natasha: No, last year is was WAY to stressful.
3. I wish I got comps for just being ME!
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6.
Steal something. Casinos will comp gamblers if they spend a lot of money in the casino. Instead of that, you just comp yourself something. Anything.
Q:Where'd you get that hat?
A: Comped it
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7.
British, sigular - short for 'comprehensive school'. State school system or chain of open prisons depending on whether you're a politician or actually live near/work in/ go to these shit holes. A process by which bright, intelligent, lively, inquisitive children are miseducated into sullen, stupid, violent, bored young adults ready for a life in front of the TV, so they can buy products for the rest of their lives until they die having accomplished....nothing.
Q. S/he's a complete moron. How did s/he get like that?
A. S/he went to a 'comp'.
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