Word
collaborator
Phoneticscol·lab·o·ra·tor, stress on the second syllable
US/kəˈɫæbɝˌeɪtɝ/
UK/kəlˈæbɔːɹˌeɪtɐ/
Countable noun
Definition
n. a person who works with others to achieve a goal or create something. You use this for people who share ideas on a project, like writing a book or starting a business.
n. a person who works jointly on an activity or project. In a historical context, it refers to an individual who cooperates with an enemy nation occupying their country.
Examples
“She is a frequent collaborator on my research projects.”
“The director thanked every collaborator who helped bring the complex stage production to life.”
Examples
simple
“She is a frequent collaborator on my research projects.”
contextual
“The director thanked every collaborator who helped bring the complex stage production to life.”
Usage
Often followed by the preposition 'on' for projects or 'with' for people.
Real-World Examples
“It was led by QUT researcher Professor Adrian Barnett, from the School of Public Health and Social Work and Australian Centre for Health Services and Innovation (AusHSI), together with an international group of collaborators.” “Researcher Zhe Zhu found that employees who see tools like ChatGPT and Gemini as helpful collaborators rather than job-stealing rivals tend to be more engaged, adaptable, and optimistic about their careers.” “The footie-kit-as-streetwear trend means bands aren’t “sponsors” any more, they’re “collaborators”.” Word family
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NOUN
ADJECTIVE
- 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.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL 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: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Occasional
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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