liaise

American  

[lee-eyz] / liˈeɪz /

verb (used without object)

liaised, liaising

1. to form a liaison.

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liaise British  

/ lɪˈeɪz /

verb

1. to communicate and maintain contact (with)

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Usage

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.

Etymology

Origin of liaise

First recorded in 1925–30; back formation from liaison

Example Sentences

Lambeth Council, which suspended the venue's licence after those fatalities, told BBC News it was aware of Sombr's comments and was "liaising with the Metropolitan Police... to determine what action is needed".

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Back on the streets of Lakemba last week, Kheir was calmly coordinating the mass Iftar, liaising with caterers as they ran back and forth replenishing food such as falafel, fattoush, chicken and rice.

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A spokesman for Wrexham council said Steffie was not known to social services, however the council are liaising with North Wales Safeguarding Board to consider if the case meets the threshold for a review.

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In a decision log, shown to the inquiry, Sanders recorded the need to liaise with the head of corporate communications, Matthew Jarram, to "ascertain what covenants can be imposed on the press".

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Tam said it had taken months of planning and liaising with the council's conservation and parks teams to make the planting event happen - part of a wider plan to help wildlife thrive in the park.

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Related Words

• communicate
• connect
• contact
• network