Partner — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun verb /ˈpärt-nər/ part·ner

Meaning & Definition of Partner

Partner (noun)

  1. one associated with another especially in an action, associate, colleague
  2. a person with whom one shares an intimate relationship, one member of a couple
  3. either of two persons who dance together

Partner (verb)

  1. to join as a partner
  2. to join or associate with another as partner
  3. to provide with a partner

Partner (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. the person to whom another is married

    "takes marriage very seriously and wants a man who will be her partner for life"

    similar: better half, consort, mate, significant other, spouse
    related: soulmate, domestic partner, bridegroom, groom, hubby, husband, man, mister, old man, bride, helpmate, helpmeet, lady, wife
    near: ex, single, bachelor, bachelorette, maid, maiden, spinster

Partner (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in contract, job

    similar: apprentice, contract, job, subcontract, assume, employ, engage, fee (chiefly Scottish), hire, lay on (chiefly British), pay, place, recruit, retain, sign (up or on), take on, reemploy, reengage, rehire, enlist, advance, promote, upgrade, keep (on), headhunt, scout
    opposite: furlough, lay off, lock out, ax, can, discharge, dismiss, fire, sack

Related Entry: Domestic partner (noun)

Domestic partner is a different word from Partner. The synonyms below are for domestic partner, not for partner.

  1. as in partner, significant other

    similar: soulmate, bridegroom, groom, hubby, husband, man, mister, old man, better half, consort, mate, partner, significant other, spouse, bride, helpmate, helpmeet, lady, wife
    opposite: ex, single, bachelor, bachelorette, maid, maiden, spinster

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Partner

The most common words with a similar meaning to Partner:

Chiefly Scottish: fee
Chiefly British: lay on
better half, consort, mate, significant other, spouse, apprentice, contract, job, subcontract, assume, employ, engage, hire, pay, place, recruit, retain, sign (up or on), take on, reemploy, reengage, rehire, enlist, advance, promote, upgrade, keep (on), headhunt, scout

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Partner

Words with the opposite meaning of Partner:

furlough, lay off, lock out, ax, can, discharge, dismiss, fire, sack

Related Words for Partner

soulmate, domestic partner, bridegroom, groom, hubby, husband, man, mister, old man, bride, helpmate, helpmeet, lady, wife

Near Antonyms of Partner

ex, single, bachelor, bachelorette, maid, maiden, spinster

Word Forms of Partner

Inflections: partnered, partnering, partners

Derived words: partnerless (adjective)

Origin & Etymology of Partner

Middle English partener, alteration of parcener, from Anglo-French, coparcener parcener

First known use: 14th century

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Partner

Words & Phrases Containing Partner

domestic partner, general partner, limited partner, secret partner, silent partner, sleeping partner, sparring partner, copartner

Frequently Asked Questions about Partner

What does "Partner" mean?

"Partner" means one associated with another especially in an action, associate, colleague. As an a noun and a verb, it is defined as: one associated with another especially in an action, associate, colleague. It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Partner"?

Other words for "Partner" include better half, consort, mate, significant other, spouse, apprentice, contract and job. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Partner" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Partner"?

There are 45 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Partner". Common alternatives include better half, consort, mate, significant other, spouse, apprentice, contract, job, subcontract and assume.

What is the opposite of "Partner"?

Antonyms of "Partner" include furlough, lay off, lock out, ax, can, discharge, dismiss and fire. Near antonyms include ex, single, bachelor and bachelorette.

How do you use "Partner" in a sentence?

Examples of "Partner" in a sentence: "takes marriage very seriously and wants a man who will be her partner for life".

Is "Partner" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Partner" can be used as a noun and a verb, depending on the context.

Is "Partner" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As an A1-level word, "Partner" is typical of Cambridge A1 Movers (Young Learners), TOEIC Listening & Reading 120+.

How do you pronounce "Partner"?

"Partner" is pronounced /ˈpärt-nər/ and divided into syllables as part·ner.