teamwork — the combined action of a group of people working effectively together
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the combined action of a group of people working effectively together
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈtiːmˌwɜːrk/
Example Sentences
- Our basketball team won because of excellent teamwork, not individual skills.
- The ants showed perfect teamwork when they carried away my entire picnic sandwich!
- Good teamwork requires communication, trust, and shared goals.
teamwork
NOUN[/ˈtiːmˌwɜːrk/]
the combined action of a group of people working effectively together
Strong teamwork helped the team finish the project successfully.
Great teamwork allowed the group to solve the difficult problem quickly.
Good teamwork built a strong network and made every challenge easier.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
Teamwork is a compound word formed in the early 20th century combining team and work. Team derives from Germanic roots meaning 'to pull together,' while work originates from Old English 'weorc,' meaning labor or effort. The compound emerged as industrial and organizational practices increasingly emphasized collaborative effort.
Breakdown
team (from Germanic root meaning 'to pull together') + work (from Old English 'weorc,' meaning labor or task). The compound denotes coordinated effort by a group toward a common objective.
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📝Examples
“Our basketball team won because of excellent teamwork, not individual skills.”
“The ants showed perfect teamwork when they carried away my entire picnic sandwich!”
“Good teamwork requires communication, trust, and shared goals.”
“My family's teamwork in hiding vegetables from my little brother is legendary.”
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