company

/kˈʌmpəni/

/ˈkəmpəˌni/

Company

an organization that does business and earns money from it

the state of being together with another person, particularly for the purpose of socializing or companionship

a number of actors or performers who form a theater or dancing group

synonyms : troupe

a social gathering of guests or companions

a social or business visitor

synonyms : caller

crew of a ship including the officers; the whole force or personnel of a ship

a unit of firefighters including their equipment

a band of people associated temporarily in some activity

synonyms : party

a small group of soldiers that is led by a captain or major and is made up of several smaller groups

a flock of wigeon (ducks)

to company

MAIN VERB

be a companion to somebody

synonyms : accompany

Examples

1. Many companies saw the advent of online retailing as a threat to their bricks and mortar business.

2. The company abandoned its outdated marketing strategy in favor of a more innovative approach.

3. The company kicked off the CEO for embezzlement.

4. Company profits took a tumble last year.