Team

/tiːm/

Meaning & Definition

noun
A group of players forming one side in a competitive game or sport.
The basketball team won the championship last night.
A group of people who come together to achieve a common goal.
Our project team is working hard to meet the deadline.
Two or more animals trained to work together, especially in pulling a vehicle.
The farmer used a team of horses to plow the field.
verb
To come together as a team.
We need to team up to finish this project effectively.
To join or collaborate with others to achieve a common goal.
I decided to team with my colleagues for the charity event.

Etymology

Middle English 'tem', from Old English 'team', meaning 'family; group of persons or animals'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

team player
A person who works well as a member of a team.
on the same team
To have the same goals or interests.
join a team
To become part of a group working together on a task.

Related Words

collaboration
The act of working together with one or more people.
leadership
The action of leading a group of people.
partnership
A relationship between two or more parties working together.

Slang Meanings

Squad
We're rolling out with the squad this weekend.
Crew
My crew and I hit the gym every morning.