COMPLEMENTING - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Simple definitions and word synonyms for kids.

Part of speech: Noun

a complete number or quantity

Example: a full complement

Part of speech: Noun

one of a series of enzymes in the blood serum that are part of the immune response

Part of speech: Noun

something added to complete or embellish or make perfect

Example: a fine wine is a perfect complement to the dinner; wild rice was served as an accompaniment to the main dish

Part of speech: Noun

either of two parts that mutually complete each other

Part of speech: Noun

a word or phrase used to complete a grammatical construction

Part of speech: Noun

number needed to make up a whole force

Example: a full complement of workers

Part of speech: Verb

make complete or perfect

Example: supply what is wanting or form the complement to; I need some pepper to complement the sweet touch in the soup