colleague Meaning, Definition & Usage

noun an associate that one works with
workfellow; fellow worker; co-worker.
noun a person who is member of one's class or profession
confrere; fellow.
- the surgeon consulted his colleagues
- he sent e-mail to his fellow hackers

F. coll*gue, L. collega one chosen at the same time with another, a partner in office; col- + legare to send or choose as deputy. See Legate.

A partner or associate in some civil or ecclesiastical office or employment. It is never used of partners in trade or manufactures. Syn. -- Helper; assistant; coadjutor; ally; associate; companion; confederate.