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Definition complex in British English

complex noun

[countable] noun
/ˈkɒmpleks/
1

a group of buildings together, or a building that has several parts

Example

The hotel has a superb leisure complex.

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Example

I used to have a complex about being in crowds.

Example

If you keep telling her she's clumsy, you'll give her a complex.

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3

a large number of things together, especially when they are difficult or confusing

Example

the complex of delicate wiring

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Definition complex in British English