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Comp has 5 different meanings across 2 categories:

Noun · Proper Noun

Definitions
Noun
1

an intensive examination testing a student's proficiency in some special field of knowledge

"she took her comps in English literature"

2

Alternative form of comp.

Verb
1

To accompany, in music.

"The guitarist asked his friend to comp a few chords while he played the solo."

Adjective
1

Clipping of complimentary.

"The restaurant comped our appetizers as a welcome gesture."

In plain English: Comp means something that is comparable to another thing, often used when comparing prices or quality.

"The hotel room was very comp, with just a single bed and no TV."

Proper Noun
1

A surname​.

"John Comp and his wife moved to the city last summer."

Example Sentences
"The hotel room was very comp, with just a single bed and no TV." adj
"The comp exam was difficult but manageable for many students." adj
"Her compensation package included a generous bonus and health insurance." adj
"This competition brought together talented artists from around the world." adj
Broader Terms (hypernyms)
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