1. Something of value, such as a ticket for admission or a book, given free of charge: The first caller to the radio station received four comps to a rock concert.

2. A person who receives something of value free of charge: The audience at the play consisted of 80 paying customers and 20 comps.

1. comped, comp·ing, comps To give (someone) something of value, such as a ticket or a hotel room, free of charge: Each performer was allowed to comp two guests.

2. To give (something of value, such as a ticket or a hotel room) free of charge: The customers' meal was comped after they complained about the service.