teammate
Definition
Noun: A person who is a member of the same team as another person. A teammate is a fellow participant in a cooperative group working towards a common goal, often in sports, work, or other collaborative activities.
Usage
The word "teammate" is used to refer to a fellow member of one's own team. It emphasizes the relationship of collaboration and shared purpose within the group. It is a common term in sports but applies to any team-based context.
Examples
- In sports, trust and communication with your teammate are essential for success.
- She thanked her teammate for the excellent assist that led to the winning goal.
- My project teammate and I will present our findings to the class on Friday.
Advanced Usage
- "Former teammate": Refers to someone who was previously a member of the same team.
- In the championship game, he had to defend against his former teammate.
- The concept is central to discussions about teamwork, chemistry, and collective effort versus individual performance.
Variants and Related Words
- Teammates (n): The plural form.
- All of her teammates celebrated the victory together.
- Team (n): The group itself.
- Colleague (n): A more formal term often used in professional or academic settings, similar to teammate in a work context.
- Crew member (n): A fellow member of a team, often used for ships, aircraft, or film productions.
Synonyms
- Fellow player
- Squad member
- Partner (in a specific team context)
- Ally (within the team)
Antonyms
- Opponent
- Rival
- Adversary
Related Phrases
- To be a good teammate: To exhibit qualities like cooperation, support, and reliability for the benefit of the team.
- His unselfish play shows he is a good teammate.
- Teammate chemistry: The quality of interpersonal relationships and understanding between teammates.
- The team's success is built on strong teammate chemistry.
Noun
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a fellow member of a team
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it was his first start against his former teammates
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