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
verb
teamed; 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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