partner

American  

[pahrt-ner] / ˈpɑrt nər /

noun

1. a person who shares or is associated with another in some action or endeavor; sharer; associate.

   Synonyms:

   accomplice, accessory, colleague

2. Law.

   1. a person associated with another or others as a principal or a contributor of capital in a business or a joint venture, usually sharing its risks and profits.

   2. special partner.

3. silent partner.

4. a spouse; a husband or a wife.

5. the person with whom one cohabits in a romantic relationship.

   I'd like you to meet my partner, Sarah.

6. either of two people who dance together.

   my favorite partner in the waltz.

7. a player on the same side or team as another.

   My tennis partner was an excellent player.

8. Nautical. partners, a framework of timber round a hole in a ship's deck, to support a mast, capstan, pump, etc.

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verb (used with object)

1. to associate as a partner or partners with.

2. to serve as the partner of.

partner British  

/ ˈpɑːtnə /

noun

1. an ally or companion

   a partner in crime

2. a member of a partnership

3. one of a pair of dancers or players on the same side in a game

   my bridge partner

4. either member of a couple in a relationship

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verb

1. to be or cause to be a partner (of)

Other Word Forms

• nonpartner noun
• partnerless adjective
• underpartner noun

Etymology

Origin of partner

First recorded in 1250–1300; Middle English partener, alteration of parcener by association with part

Example Sentences

Zillow on Tuesday said it would partner with brokerages to syndicate premarket home listings and posted an updated version of its standards.

From Barron's

“We’re demanding the city of Los Angeles to show leadership, for our school district, our state legislators and our federal partners join us in this movement,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times

The YouTuber’s new fintech venture relies on Evolve Bank & Trust, a partner bank of the now-collapsed Synapse that has dealt with numerous setbacks.

From The Wall Street Journal

The aircraft could be launched from the ships or from nearby Gulf countries, if those partners provide overflight and basing rights.

From The Wall Street Journal

It will also continue to work with partners, including Scottish Swimming, to support swimmers and clubs through the transition.

From BBC

Related Words

• ally
• associate
• colleague
• companion
• friend
• husband
• participant
• spouse
• wife