partner
US /ˈpɑːrt.nɚ/
UK /ˈpɑːrt.nɚ/
1.
a person who takes part in an undertaking with another or others, especially in a business or company with shared risks and profits
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She became a junior partner in the law firm.
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They formed a business partnership.
2.
either of a pair of people who are married or in a romantic relationship
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My partner and I are planning a trip to Italy.
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They have been life partners for over 20 years.
1.
to be the partner of (someone)
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He will partner her in the dance competition.
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The two companies decided to partner on the new project.