Meaning of the word consortium in English

What does consortium mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

consortium

US /kənˈsɔːr.ʃəm/
UK /kənˈsɔː.ti.əm/

Noun

an association, typically of several business companies or banks, formed to undertake a project too large for any of them individually

Example:
A consortium of banks financed the new airport.
The project is being developed by an international consortium.