To pay a compliment (to someone); to express a favourable opinion (of someone).
An expression of praise, congratulation, or respect.
Complimentary language; courtesy, flattery.
a formal solemn objection or other declaration
A declaration in common-law pleading, by which the party interposes an oblique allegation or denial of some fact, protesting that it does or does not exist, and at the same time avoiding a direct affirmation or denial.