teammate

[ teem-meyt ]

noun

1. a member of the same team.

Word History and Origins

Origin of teammate¹

First recorded in 1910–15; team + mate ¹

Example Sentences

Former teammates have now revealed to the BBC that some of Ms Allen-Wyatt's actions "also impacted ourselves, our families, and friends".

From BBC

They’ve been waiting so long for the first and perhaps only time to be teammates this season.

From Los Angeles Times

But increasingly in Los Angeles, those three letters have been aimed at James’ teammates.

From Los Angeles Times

The Brazilian also benefited from the selflessness of teammate Joseph Paintsil.

From Los Angeles Times

“Keary Colbert is one of my best friends,” Foster said, referring to the former USC wide receiver who was a teammate for four seasons with the Carolina Panthers.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• colleague
• partner