comrade
Translation
comrade, companion, fellow
Examples
He went drinking with his old army comrade.
He went drinking with his old army comrade.
She addressed the meeting with 'Comrades!'
She addressed the meeting with 'Comrades!'
Grammar Patterns
((noun)) a companion who shares one's activities or is a fellow member of an organization. He is a trusted comrade.
Similar Words
Synonyms: companion, friend, colleague, ally, fellow
Etymology
From Spanish 'camarada' (roommate), from Latin 'camera' (chamber, room). Originally someone sharing a room.
Memory Tips
Imagine sharing a 'camera' (a room) with a close friend or 'comrade'.