Definition of team
(Entry 1 of 3)
1 : a number of persons associated together in work or activity: such as
a : a group on one side (as in football or a debate)
2a : two or more draft animals harnessed to the same vehicle or implement also : these with their harness and attached vehicle
b : a draft animal often with harness and vehicle
3 : a group of animals: such as
a : a brood especially of young pigs or ducks
b : a matched group of animals for exhibition
team
adjectiveDefinition of team (Entry 2 of 3)
: of or performed by a team
a team effort also : marked by devotion to teamwork rather than individual achievement a team player
team
verbteamed; teaming; teams
Definition of team (Entry 3 of 3)
1 : to yoke or join in a team also : to put together in a coordinated ensemble
2 : to convey or haul with a team
1 : to form a team or association : join forces or efforts
—often used with up
2 : to drive a team or motortruck
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The first known use of team was before the 12th century
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