partner

English

/ˈpɑːtnə(ɹ)/, /ˈpɑɹtnɚ/, /ˈpɐːtnə/, /ˈpɐːtnɘ/

noun
Definitions
  • Someone who is associated with another in a common activity or interest.
  • (nautical) One of the pieces of wood comprising the framework which strengthens the deck of a wooden ship around the holes through which the mast and other fittings pass.
  • (Jamaica) A group financial arrangement in which each member contributes a set amount of money over a set period.

Etymology

Inherited from Middle English partener derived from Old French parçonier derived from Latin partītiōnem.

Origin

Latin

partītiōnem

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