Partnership ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Partnership ( noun )

1. A relationship in which two or more people or organizations work together to achieve a common goal.
2. A business relationship in which two or more people share ownership and management responsibilities.
3. A sexual relationship in which two people are committed to each other but are not married.

Origin:

From middle english partner, from old english partner, from late latin partiarius ("sharing a part"), from latin partire ("to divide, share"), from pars ("par.t")

Examples:

1. The partnership between the two companies was very successful.
2. He entered into a partnership with his friend to open a business.
3. They had a long-term partnership, but never married.

(As a verb)

Partnership ( verb )

1. A relationship in which two or more people or organizations work together to achieve a common goal.
2. A business relationship in which two or more people share ownership and management responsibilities.
3. A sexual relationship in which two people are committed to each other but are not married.

Origin:

From middle english partner, from old english partner, from late latin partiarius ("sharing a part"), from latin partire ("to divide, share"), from pars ("par.t")

Examples:

1. The partnership between the two companies was very successful.
2. He entered into a partnership with his friend to open a business.
3. They had a long-term partnership, but never married.