noun

colleagues

colleagues

I work with friendly colleagues.

I work with friendly colleagues.

She discussed the project with her colleagues.

She discussed the project with her colleagues.

((sb.'s)) colleagues (sb.'s) coworkers or associates. I get along with my colleagues.

Synonyms: coworkers, associates, peers

From Latin 'collega', from 'con-' (together) + 'legare' (to choose). Literally, someone chosen to work with you.

Think of 'co-league' - people who are in the same league or team as you at work.

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