Meaning

Either of a pair of people or things that belong together..

Definitions by Sense

1. Either of a pair of people or things that belong together.
2. Someone who is associated with another in a common activity or interest.
3. (nautical) One of the pieces of wood comprising the framework which strengthens the deck of a wooden ship around the holes through which the mast and other fittings pass.
4. (Jamaica) A group financial arrangement in which each member contributes a set amount of money over a set period.
5. (transitive) To join as a partner.
6. (intransitive, often with with) To work or perform as a partner.

Example Sentences

business partner

dance partner

doubles partner

speaking partner

sex partner

“In the current period, when people are embedded in social and informational bubbles with like-minded friends and relatives,” he says, “the idea of partnering with someone from a different bubble is understandably daunting. At a minimum it’s awkward and complicated.”

Tesco has partnered with Direct Rail Services (DRS) to launch a new refrigerated rail freight service from Tilbury to Coatbridge.

Word Forms

• partners
• partnering
• partnered

Synonyms for partner

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When Should You Use Partner?

Use partner when its meaning, tone and grammar fit the full sentence. A synonym is not always a direct replacement.

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