I. ˈtēm noun
Etymology: Middle English teme, from Old English tēam offspring, lineage, group of draft animals; akin to Old High German zoum rein, Old English tēon to draw, pull — more at tow
Date: before 12th century
1.
a. : two or more draft animals harnessed to the same vehicle or implement ; also : these with their harness and attached vehicle
b. : a draft animal often with harness and vehicle
2. obsolete : lineage , race
3. : a group of animals: as
a. : a brood especially of young pigs or ducks
b. : a matched group of animals for exhibition
4. : a number of persons associated together in work or activity: as
a. : a group on one side (as in football or a debate)
b. : crew , gang
II. adjective
Date: 14th century
: of or performed by a team
a team effort
also : marked by devotion to teamwork rather than individual achievement
a team player
III. verb
Date: 1552
transitive verb
1. : to yoke or join in a team ; also : to put together in a coordinated ensemble
2. : to convey or haul with a team
intransitive verb
1. : to drive a team or motortruck
2. : to form a team or association