n.
Pronunciation: k ə m- ' pl ā nt
Function: noun
Etymology: Middle English compleynte, from Anglo-French compleint, from compleindre
Date: 14th century
1 : expression of grief, pain, or dissatisfaction
2 a : something that is the cause or subject of protest or outcry b : a bodily ailment or disease
3 : a formal allegation against a party