Company
/ˈkʌmpəni/
Definitions
2 meaningsA group of people assembled together, especially for a particular purpose; a business organization.
/ˈkʌmpəni/
A group of people working together
My dad works for a big company.
💡 Simply: Imagine a bunch of friends working together on a project – that's a company! Like a team, but usually for making things or providing services.
👶 For kids: A group of people who work together.
More Examples
The dance company performed beautifully.
How It's Used
"She works for a large technology company."
"The soldiers marched in close company."
The state or fact of being with someone else; companionship.
/ˈkʌmpəni/
The state of being with someone
I enjoy the company of my friends.
💡 Simply: Having someone around makes you feel less alone. That person is your company!
👶 For kids: Someone you're with.
More Examples
She prefers the company of books to people.
How It's Used
"I enjoy his company."
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
Idioms & expressions
keep company with
To spend time with someone regularly.
"He keeps company with a bad crowd."
From Old French *compaignie, from *compainie 'companionship', from compain 'companion', from Late Latin *compar 'one who shares', from Latin cum 'with' + panis 'bread'. Originally referring to those who shared bread, it evolved to mean a group of people.
Historically, the word 'company' often referred to military units or groups of travelers.
Memory tip
Think 'com' (together) + 'pany' (people)
Word Origin
"With bread (sharing bread implies fellowship)"