company

/ˈkʌmpəni/
noun
  1. A business organization that makes or sells goods or services.
    • She works for a software company in Seattle.
    • Many small companies struggled during the economic downturn.
    • The company announced a new product line this morning.
  2. The presence of another person or people; companionship.
    • I enjoy the company of my friends on weekends.
    • The old man kept a dog for company in his quiet house.
    • He was grateful for her company during the long flight.
  3. A group of people gathered together.
    • The whole company applauded after the speech.
    • A company of tourists visited the ancient temple.
    • She felt nervous speaking in front of such a large company.
  4. A military unit, typically part of a battalion.
    • Each company in the regiment has about 150 soldiers.
    • He was assigned to the medical company during his service.
    • The captain led his company through the forest.
Antonyms
verb
  1. To accompany or go with someone.
    • Her parents will company her to the airport.
    • He asked his brother to company him to the store.
    • The guide companied the hikers along the mountain trail.
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