Partnering
/ˈpɑːrtnərɪŋ/
Definitions
The act of joining or associating with another person or organization to achieve a common goal, often in a business or collaborative context.
/ˈpɑːrtnərɪŋ/
To join with someone or something as a partner in a business or activity.
We are partnering with a local charity for the fundraising event.
💡 Simply: It's like when you team up with someone to do something cool, like when a store teams up with a charity.
👶 For kids: When you join up with someone to do something together, like playing a game!
More Examples
The university is partnering with several research institutions to expand its studies.
They decided to start partnering to grow their business.
How It's Used
"The two companies are partnering on a new project."
"They are partnering with a software firm to develop the platform."
"She is partnering with a new doubles team."
Idioms & expressions
partner up
To form a partnership or team.
"Let's partner up to finish the project."
From 'partner' + '-ing', the gerund or present participle form. 'Partner' itself derives from Old French 'parçonier' meaning 'sharer, participant'.
The concept of 'partnering' in a business context has evolved. Initially, the term implied a close association, but it became increasingly significant in the latter part of the 20th century to describe strategic alliances and collaborations.
Memory tip
Imagine two puzzle pieces joining together - partnering helps complete a task more efficiently.