comrade
Translation
comrade, companion
Examples
He fought alongside his comrades in the war.
He fought alongside his comrades in the war.
She addressed her fellow party members as 'comrades'.
She addressed her fellow party members as 'comrades'.
Grammar Patterns
((a comrade)) a companion who shares one's activities or is a fellow member of an organization He fought alongside his comrades in the war.
Similar Words
Synonyms: companion, colleague, ally, friend
Etymology
From Spanish 'camarada' (roommate), from Latin 'camera' (chamber, room). Originally someone who shares a room.
Memory Tips
Often associated with soldiers or members of a political party (especially socialist or communist). Think 'comrade in arms'.