单词 | company |
释义 | com·pa·ny ![]() n. pl. com·pa·nies 1. A group of persons: a company of scientists. 2. a. One's companions or associates: moved in fast company; is known by the company she keeps. b. A guest or guests: had company for the weekend. c. The state of friendly companionship; fellowship: was grateful for her company; friends who finally parted company. 3. a. A business enterprise; a firm. b. A partner or partners not specifically named in a firm's title: Lee Rogers and Company. 4. A troupe of dramatic or musical performers: a repertory company. 5. a. A subdivision of a military regiment or battalion that constitutes the lowest administrative unit. It is usually under the command of a captain and is made up of at least two platoons. b. A unit of firefighters. 6. A ship's crew and officers. See Usage Note at collective noun. v. com·pa·nied, com·pa·ny·ing, com·pa·nies v.tr. To accompany or associate with. v.intr. To keep company with someone; associate. [Middle English compainie, from Old French compaignie, from Vulgar Latin *compānia, from *compāniō, companion; see COMPANION1.] |
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