Meaning of the word partner in English

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partner

US /ˈpɑːrt.nɚ/
UK /ˈpɑːrt.nɚ/
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Noun

1.

a person who takes part in an undertaking with another or others, especially in a business or company with shared risks and profits

Example:
She became a junior partner in the law firm.
They formed a business partnership.
2.

either of a pair of people who are married or in a romantic relationship

Example:
My partner and I are planning a trip to Italy.
They have been life partners for over 20 years.

Verb

1.

to be the partner of (someone)

Example:
He will partner her in the dance competition.
The two companies decided to partner on the new project.
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