To pay a compliment (to someone); to express a favourable opinion (of someone).
An expression of praise, congratulation, or respect.
Complimentary language; courtesy, flattery.
to criticize or disapprove of someone or something through scornful jocularity; to make fun of
An object of sport or laughter; a laughing stock.
The quality of being ridiculous; ridiculousness.
derision; mocking or humiliating words or behaviour
A small woman's handbag; a reticule.