partner
UK: ˈpɑːtnə | US: ˈpɑːrtnər
n. a person who shares or is associated with another in a joint venture, relationship, or activity
n. a member of a business partnership
vt. to associate or collaborate with someone as a partner
partner = part<portion/share> + ner<noun suffix>
- part (from Latin partem, meaning "portion, share")
- ner (a suffix derived from Old French -ier, indicating association or agency)
Etymology Origin:
The word "partner" traces back to the Latin partitio (division) and Old French parçonier (sharer). It originally referred to someone who divided or shared resources, later evolving into its modern sense of collaboration in business or personal relationships. The suffix -ner (via Old French) solidified its role as a noun denoting association.
She became his business partner after years of collaboration.
The dance instructor asked everyone to find a partner.
They decided to partner with a local charity for the event.
A good partner listens and supports you.
The law firm admitted him as a junior partner.