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A person who works with another in the same organization or profession.
Examples
Our colleagues often grab coffee together after work.
She invited her colleague to the conference dinner.
During the meeting, the colleagues shared their ideas on the new product.
The colleague from marketing helped us design the flyer.
My colleague offered to review my draft before the deadline.
Similar words
staff member
team-member
partner
fellow employee
peer
associate
co-worker
workmate
Meanings
Examples
My colleague offered to review my draft before the deadline.
During the meeting, the colleagues shared their ideas on the new product.
She invited her colleague to the conference dinner.
The colleague from marketing helped us design the flyer.
Our colleagues often grab coffee together after work.
He introduced his colleague as the lead engineer on the project.
Similar words
co-worker
associate
team-member
workmate
peer
fellow employee
staff member
partner
FAQ
What does colleague mean?
A person who works with another in the same organization or profession.
What is the plural form of colleague?
The plural is colleagues.
How does colleague differ from co-worker?
Colleague and co-worker are synonyms; both refer to someone you work with, though co-worker is often used in more informal settings.
What register is colleague used in?
Colleague is used in a neutral register, typical in business contexts.
Can colleague refer to someone in the same profession but a different organization?
Yes, colleague can describe someone in the same profession even if you are not in the same organization.
What are some synonyms of colleague?
Synonyms include co-worker, associate, team-member, workmate, peer, fellow employee, staff member, and partner.
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