Word
Definitions
01working together
B2 · Upper Intermediate Uncountable noun
n. the act of working with another person or group to create or produce something.
n. the process of two or more people or organisations working together to complete a task or achieve a goal.
“The new software was developed through a close collaboration between two different companies.”
“Effective collaboration between the research and marketing departments is essential for the successful launch of any new pharmaceutical product.”
Pitfall
They did a collaboration for the project.
They worked in collaboration on the project.
While 'a collaboration' is a thing, the act of working together usually uses the preposition 'in' or the verb 'collaborate'.
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02a joint project
B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun
n. a specific piece of work, like a song or a book, created by two or more people.
n. a specific product, creation, or project resulting from a joint effort between multiple parties.
“Their musical collaboration became a huge hit on the radio this summer.”
“The exhibition features several artistic collaborations that challenge traditional boundaries between sculpture and digital media.”
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03cooperating with an enemy
C1 · Advanced Uncountable noun Formal
n. the act of helping an enemy who has taken control of your country.
n. the act of cooperating treasonably with an enemy, especially an occupying force.
“After the war, several officials were put on trial for collaboration with the enemy.”
“The historian examined the complex motivations behind local collaboration during the three-year military occupation.”
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Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “collaboration” in context.
Verb
01. embark on a collaboration
“The two tech giants decided to embark on a collaboration to develop sustainable energy solutions.”
verb + prep + noun
02. foster collaboration
“The new open-plan office was designed specifically to foster collaboration among different departments.”
verb + noun
Adjective
03. cross-disciplinary collaboration
“The project requires intense cross-disciplinary collaboration between engineers and biologists.”
adj + noun
04. fruitful collaboration
“After years of fruitful collaboration, the researchers finally published their groundbreaking findings.”
adj + noun
05. seamless collaboration
“Cloud computing tools allow for seamless collaboration between team members working in different time zones.”
adj + noun
Noun
06. collaboration tools
“The company invested heavily in digital collaboration tools to support its remote workforce.”
noun + noun
07. spirit of collaboration
“A genuine spirit of collaboration is essential for the success of any international treaty.”
noun + of + noun
Preposition
08. in collaboration with
“The gallery curated the exhibition in collaboration with the national museum.”
prep + noun + prep
Real-World Examples
“She added there would now be "an intensive period of collaboration" between all involved in order "to deliver a contest that meets the high expectations of millions of viewers around the world".” “Freedom 2, their deadly 2023 collaboration with Joy Orbison and driller Kwengface, brings a welcome extra layer of momentum – and some much needed low-end bass rumble.” “The assault now also targets foreign students and any kind of international collaboration – a major blow to US soft power.” Etymology
Originated 1855–60 from French collaboration, from Late Latin collaboratus + -ion, from Latin con- (“with”) + labōrō (“work”). Morphologically collaborate + -ion.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
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- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.C1 AdvancedIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.7.0–8.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 5.0–5.595–113TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.945–990
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