complisult en · NOUN
Pronunciation
- /ˈkɑmplə.sʌlt/ (US)
- /ˈkɒmplɪ.sʌlt/ (Received-Pronunciation)
Etymology
From blend of compliment + insult.
Meanings
-
A backhanded compliment.
[>Oh, and Velvetwing, about that blood test... [schwing!] Come on Velvetwing, I have no doubt you are tough enough to die silently, like a good bat.] Oh, touche, mon ami. (bows) You honor me with your complinsult. You have said many fine things, many wise things.
1992 January 25, MSH...@psuvm.psu.edu, “Re: Insolent males MUST pay!! (unite)”, in rec.games.frp (Usenet):
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| complisults | Number=Plur | lexicographic |