liaise

[lee-eyz]

verb (used without object)

liaised, liaising 

1. to form a liaison.

liaise

/ lɪˈeɪz /

verb

1. to communicate and maintain contact (with)

Word History and Origins

Origin of liaise¹

First recorded in 1925–30; back formation from liaison

Word History and Origins

Origin of liaise¹

C20: back formation from _liaison

Example Sentences

Chilean officials said the search for victims had ended and the focus was now on repatriating the bodies and liaising with foreign consulates.

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"Our thoughts are with the family at this time. The police are currently investigating, and the council is liaising closely with them," they said.

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It will be formally translated before the coroner liaises with the singer's family ahead of an inquest.

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The group said it would explore new recording and composition concepts with Stability AI, liaising closely with artists to ensure the new tools are beneficial and not detrimental to their work.

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Omaze said it would now "continue to liaise with the winner, who has already received their £250,000 cash prize, to finalise conveyancing and arrange the transfer of the property as soon as possible".

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Related Words

• communicate 
• connect 
• contact 
• network 

When To Use

What does liaise mean?

To liaise means “to form a liaison,” that is, “to communicate and maintain contact with another person or organization.” In other words, liaising is like acting as the contact person between two groups, such as between parents and teachers.Contrary to popular complaints, liaise is a perfectly real and fine word. It’s been around since at least the 1920s.Example: Jen is highly regarded for her ability to liaise with her company’s clients.