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collaboratively

|col-lab-o-ra-tive-ly|

B2

/kəˈlæbərətɪvli/

(collaborate)

work together

Base Form3rd Person Sing.PastPast ParticiplePresent ParticipleNounNounAdjective
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Etymology
Etymology Information

'collaborate' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'collaborare,' where 'col-' meant 'together' and 'laborare' meant 'to work.'

Historical Evolution

'collaborare' transformed into the French word 'collaborer,' and eventually became the modern English word 'collaborate' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to work together,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adverb 1

in a manner involving mutual assistance in working towards a common goal.

The team worked collaboratively to complete the project on time.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42