companion

Pronunciation

• IPA ^(key): /kəmˈpænjən/

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Noun

Singular companion

Plural companions

1. (countable) A companion is somebody who you spend time with, usually because you enjoy being with them.
   • Synonyms: friend and partner

   In some places, it's best to travel with a companion.

   Because she is blind, the dog is her constant companion.

2. (countable) If $x$ is a companion to $y$, $x$ and $y$ go together.
   • Synonym: partner

   Pain is a natural companion to art.

   Scientists noticed that this normal star circles an unseen companion.

Related words

• company