consortium
Translation
consortium, association, syndicate
Examples
A consortium of companies is building the new bridge.
A consortium of companies is building the new bridge.
The university joined a research consortium.
The university joined a research consortium.
Grammar Patterns
a consortium of ((sth.)) a group of (sth.) working together A consortium of companies is building the bridge.
Similar Words
Synonyms: syndicate, association, coalition, alliance
Etymology
From Latin 'consortium' (partnership), from 'con-' (together) + 'sors' (fate, share).
Memory Tips
Think 'con-' (together) and 'sort'. A group of similar sorts (e.g., companies) working together.