complaint

(kəm-plāntˈ)

1. An expression of pain, dissatisfaction, or resentment.
2. A cause or reason for complaining; a grievance.
3. a. A bodily disorder or disease; a malady or ailment.
   b. The symptom or distress about which a patient seeks medical assistance.
4. Law
   a. The presentation by the plaintiff in a civil action, setting forth the claim on which relief is sought.
   b. A formal charge, made under oath, of the commission of a crime or other such offense.