Meaning & Definition of word "Team"

Team

/tiːm/

noun:

  • 1. A group of players forming one side in a competitive game or sport.
    • Example: The basketball team won the championship last night.
  • 2. A group of people who come together to achieve a common goal.
    • Example: Our project team is working hard to meet the deadline.
  • 3. Two or more animals trained to work together, especially in pulling a vehicle.
    • Example: The farmer used a team of horses to plow the field.

verb:

  • 1. To come together as a team.
    • Example: We need to team up to finish this project effectively.
  • 2. To join or collaborate with others to achieve a common goal.
    • Example: 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 of team

Meaning: Squad

Example Sentence: We're rolling out with the squad this weekend.

Meaning: Crew

Example Sentence: My crew and I hit the gym every morning.