colleague
Translation
co-worker, associate, workmate
Examples
I am meeting a colleague for lunch.
I am meeting a colleague for lunch.
Grammar Patterns
a colleague ((of sb.)) a co-worker of someone. She is a colleague of mine.
Similar Words
Synonyms: co-worker, associate, workmate
Etymology
From Latin `col-` ('together') + `legare` ('to choose, send as a deputy'). Someone chosen to work together with you.
Memory Tips
`Col-` means 'together' and a 'league' is a group. A colleague is someone in your 'work league'.