team
UK: tiːm | US: tiːm
n. a group of people working together toward a common goal
n. two or more animals harnessed together
vt. to join or collaborate as a group
The word "team" originates from Old English "tēam," meaning "a group of draft animals (e.g., oxen) harnessed together for labor." Over time, the term expanded metaphorically to describe any cooperative group of people working toward a shared objective. The core idea of collective effort remains central to its modern usage, bridging its agricultural roots to contemporary contexts like sports or workplaces.
Our team won the championship after months of rigorous training.
She teamed up with her colleagues to complete the project ahead of schedule.
A team of horses pulled the heavy wagon through the muddy field.
The research team published their findings in a prestigious journal.
We need to work as a team to solve this complex problem.