teamwork

[ teem-wurk ]

noun

1. cooperative or coordinated effort on the part of a group of persons acting together as a team or in the interests of a common cause.
2. work done with a team.

teamwork

/ ˈtiːmˌwɜːk /

noun

1. the cooperative work done by a team
2. the ability to work efficiently as a team

Word History and Origins

Origin of teamwork¹

First recorded in 1820–30; team + work

Example Sentences

“I have always believed in teamwork, that is what made me achieve what I have achieved,” she has said.

From BBC

Instead, think an animal-kingdom schoolroom, where the lessons are in teamwork, boldness and conflict resolution.

From Los Angeles Times

Bell works to find countermeasures that relieve stress for astronauts and improve teamwork.

From Salon

But the academy was critical of the "increasingly acrimonious and destructive debate" which it said had been fuelled by unsubstantiated comments on social media and was damaging teamwork across the health service.

From BBC

"These skills include problem-solving, teamwork, leadership, and even self-confidence. Our research shows that gaming, when done in moderation, can be a way for people to grow both personally and professionally."

From Science Daily

Related Words

• harmony
• partnership
• synergy
• unity