Associations to the word «Complain»

Wiktionary

COMPLAIN, verb. (intransitive) To express feelings of pain, dissatisfaction, or resentment.
COMPLAIN, verb. (intransitive) To make a formal accusation or bring a formal charge.
COMPLAIN, verb. To creak or squeak, as a timber or wheel.

Dictionary definition

COMPLAIN, verb. Express complaints, discontent, displeasure, or unhappiness; "My mother complains all day"; "She has a lot to kick about".
COMPLAIN, verb. Make a formal accusation; bring a formal charge; "The plaintiff's lawyer complained that he defendant had physically abused his client".

Wise words

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