Meaning & Definition of word "Fellow"

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    Fellow

    /ˈfɛl.oʊ/

    noun:

    • 1. A person in the same position, involved in the same activity, or otherwise associated with another.
      • Example: She is a fellow student in my biology class.
    • 2. A member of a group of people who share a common profession or interests.
      • Example: He is a fellow of the Royal Society.
    • 3. A person who is in a specified position or relationship.
      • Example: He’s a fellow of generous disposition.
    • 4. A man or boy.
      • Example: That fellow just walked into the room.

    adjective:

    • 1. Being equal in some way; of the same kind.
      • Example: The two men were fellow travelers on the same journey.

    Etymology

    Middle English 'fellow', from Old Norse 'felagi', meaning a partner or one who shares.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    fellow traveler:

    A person who shares similar views or experiences.

    good fellow:

    A good-natured and likable man.

    fellow feeling:

    A shared emotion, especially sympathy.

    Related Words

    colleague:

    A person with whom one works in a profession or business.

    peer:

    A person of the same age, status, or abilities as another specified person.

    comrade:

    A companion who shares one's activities or is a fellow member of an organization.

    Slang Meanings of fellow

    Meaning: Dude

    Example Sentence: What's up, dude?

    Meaning: Buddy

    Example Sentence: Thanks for helping me out, buddy!