partner — a person who takes part in an activity with another person or as a member of a group
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a person who takes part in an activity with another person or as a member of a group
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈpɑːrtnər/
Example Sentences
- My lab partner always steals my brilliant ideas and takes credit for them.
- They've been business partners for over 20 years.
- I need a gym partner who won't judge me for eating donuts after working out.
partner
NOUN[/ˈpɑːrtnər/]
a person who takes part in an activity with another person or as a member of a group
a person who takes part in an activity with another person or as a member of a group
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Middle English 'parcener', which came from Old French 'parcener', meaning 'joint heir' or 'co-heir'. The term later evolved to denote a person who works jointly with another, extending its meaning from shared inheritance to shared enterprise or occupation.
Breakdown
part- (part, portion) + -ner (one who, agent suffix). The root relates to Latin 'partire' (to divide), with the agent suffix -ner forming a noun denoting a person who shares or divides something with another.
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📝Examples
“My lab partner always steals my brilliant ideas and takes credit for them.”
“They've been business partners for over 20 years.”
“I need a gym partner who won't judge me for eating donuts after working out.”
“The company decided to partner with a local charity.”
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