cooperative Meaning, Definition & Usage

1. noun a jointly owned commercial enterprise (usually organized by farmers or consumers) that produces and distributes goods and services and is run for the benefit of its owners
   co-op.
   
2. noun an association formed and operated for the benefit of those using it
   
3. adjective satellite involving the joint activity of two or more
   conjunct; concerted; conjunctive.
   
   • concerted action
   • the conjunct influence of fire and strong wind
   • the conjunctive focus of political opposition
   • a cooperative effort
   • a united effort
   • joint military activities
4. adjective done with or working with others for a common purpose or benefit
   
   • a cooperative effort
5. adjective satellite willing to adjust to differences in order to obtain agreement
   accommodative.
   

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