n. Function: noun
1 association between individuals especially on pleasant or intimate terms FF1C; we always enjoyed his company FF1E;
Synonyms: companionship, fellowship, society
Related Words: camaraderie, comradeship, consociation
2 persons visiting especially in one's house FF1C; invited company for dinner FF1E;
Synonyms: guests, visitors; compare VISITOR 1
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Synonyms: GATHERING 2, aggregation, assemblage, assembly, collection, congregation, crowd, group, muster, ruck
4 a group of persons associated in a joint effort or for a common purpose FF1C; a company of thieves lay in wait by the highway FF1E;
Synonyms: band, corps, outfit, party, troop, troupe; compare GROUP 1
Related Words: crew, gang, pack, team; circle, clique, coterie, set; association, club, order, society; crowd, horde, mob, throng; group
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Synonyms: ENTERPRISE 3, business, concern, establishment, firm, house, outfit