co-worker
Definition
- Noun:
- A person who works with another; a fellow worker: A "co-worker" is an associate or colleague with whom one shares a workplace or is employed by the same organization. The term emphasizes a shared professional environment and collaborative relationship.
Examples of Usage
- Noun:
- My co-worker helped me finish the project on time.
- It's important to maintain a good relationship with your co-workers.
- She went out for lunch with a few co-workers from her department.
Advanced Usage
- "To be co-workers with someone": To share a working relationship.
- He has been co-workers with the manager for over a decade.
- The term is often used in contexts discussing workplace dynamics, collaboration, and professional networks.
Variants and Related Words
- Colleague (n): A more formal synonym for co-worker, often used in professional or academic settings.
- She discussed the issue with her colleagues at the conference.
- Workmate (n): An informal synonym for co-worker.
- He's going for a drink with his workmates after their shift.
- Teammate (n): Specifically refers to a co-worker within the same team or group project.
- As teammates, they need to communicate effectively.
Synonyms
- Colleague: A person with whom one works in a profession or business.
- Associate: A partner or colleague in business or work.
- Fellow worker: Another term for a person who works alongside you.
Related Phrases
- Co-worker relationship: The professional and interpersonal connection between co-workers.
- A positive co-worker relationship improves team morale.
- Co-worker support: Assistance or backing provided by fellow employees.
- The project succeeded thanks to strong co-worker support.
Notes on Usage
- "Co-worker" is typically written with a hyphen, though the unhyphenated form "coworker" is also commonly accepted in modern usage.
- The term is neutral and does not imply a hierarchy; it can refer to peers, subordinates, or supervisors within the same organization.
Noun
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an associate that one works with
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