Definition

Noun: 1. Cooperative work done by a group of people (a team): The combined effort, coordination, and collaboration of individuals working together towards a common goal, especially when this cooperation is effective and efficient.

Usage and Examples

Noun: * The project's success was a direct result of excellent teamwork. * Good teamwork requires clear communication and mutual respect among all members. * The coach emphasized the importance of teamwork over individual talent.

Advanced Usage

• "Foster/Promote teamwork": To encourage and develop a cooperative working environment.
  • The manager's new policy aims to foster teamwork across different departments.
• "Spirit of teamwork": The attitude or feeling of cooperation within a group.
  • Despite the pressure, the spirit of teamwork in the office remained strong.

Variants and Related Words

• Team player (n): A person who works well as a member of a team.
  • She is a real team player, always willing to help her colleagues.
• Team-building (n/adj): Activities designed to enhance social relations and define roles within teams.
  • The company organized a team-building retreat.

Synonyms

• Collaboration
• Cooperation
• Joint effort
• Partnership

Antonyms

• Individualism
• Working alone

Related Idioms and Phrases

• "There is no 'I' in 'team'": A saying emphasizing that success comes from collective effort, not individual glory.
  • Remember, there is no 'I' in 'team', so let's focus on our shared objective.

Noun

1. cooperative work done by a team (especially when it is effective)
   • it will take money, good planning and, above all, teamwork