fellow servant

(under the fellow-servant rule) an employee working with another employee for the same employer.

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First recorded in 1525–35

However weary her heart might be, she would dance at every wedding,—of fellow-servant or of young mistress.
Feats on the Fiord|Harriet Martineau
This is proved by the words of the fellow-servant: "Have patience with me, and I will pay thee all."
Writings in Connection with the Donatist Controversy|Aurelius Augustine
For Heaven's sake go about your business, for here comes a fellow-servant of mine.
The Widow's Vow|Elizabeth Inchbald
I have already observed that he and his fellow-servant occupied the same apartment in the barn.
Edgar Huntley|Charles Brockden Brown

The witnesses did not understand all this, because the accused seemed to be very good to her fellow-servant.
She Stands Accused|Victor MacClure