team

\ ˈtēm

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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

4 obsolete : lineage, race

team

Definition 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

teamed; teaming; teams

Definition of team (Entry 3 of 3)

transitive verb

1 : to yoke or join in a team also : to put together in a coordinated ensemble

2 : to convey or haul with a team

intransitive verb

1 : to form a team or association : join forces or efforts —often used with up

2 : to drive a team or motortruck

Synonyms What is the difference between the verbs teem and team? More Example Sentences Learn More about team

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What is the difference between the verbs teem and team?

Verb

If you want to describe an overflowing abundance of something, the word you are looking for is teem. We often see reference to "the teeming masses," "streets teeming with activity," or "forests teeming with life." You want the word team if you are trying to describe pairing two or more things in a coordinated ensemble ("she teamed the oxen together"), or forming some kind of partnership or association ("we are teaming with another organization this year").

Examples of team in a Sentence

Noun a doubles team in tennis He is the best player on his team. They are the worst team in baseball. To get the job done more quickly, we split up into teams. We worked as a team to put out the fire. The company hired a team of lawyers to advise them. a search and rescue team A dog team pulled the sled. Verb a show that teams two of television's funniest comedians

Recent Examples on the Web: Noun But remember, this was a team whose strong suit was supposed to be the rotation. — Julian Mcwilliams, BostonGlobe.com, "Red Sox plan to use expanded roster to their advantage," 3 Sep. 2019 With Oregon’s unsteady hand and Stanford’s injuries, the Huskies are the team to beat in the North. — Jon Wilner, The Denver Post, "Pac-12 power ratings: The overreaction edition is back (Week 1 is all about jumping to conclusions)," 2 Sep. 2019 The Yankees, Orioles and Blue Jays are the only teams to lead the majors over the past 10 years. — Noah Trister, Twin Cities, "Twins came from out of nowhere to set home run record," 2 Sep. 2019 Nix and Dinson both played key roles in Auburn’s come-from-behind win against Oregon at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, which was the team’s largest comeback (down 15 points) since the 2010 Iron Bowl. — Tom Green | Tgreen@al.com, al, "Bo Nix, Jeremiah Dinson earn SEC weekly honors," 2 Sep. 2019 If the offense keeps progressing this could be a surprise team. — Michelle Gardner, azcentral, "Pac-12 football power rankings: Utah takes top spot after win over BYU," 2 Sep. 2019 Now with all of them together moving forward, this can be a pretty good football team. — Mike Berardino, Indianapolis Star, "Ian Book, Notre Dame survive sloppy opener in 35-17 win over Louisville," 2 Sep. 2019 This preseason, however, his healthy stat line reflected well on his recovery: Al-Shaair had 13 tackles, ranking third on the team, with a pass breakup and fumble recovery. — Eric Branch, SFChronicle.com, "Azeez Al-Shaair’s resiliency and ability leads to spot on 49ers’ roster," 1 Sep. 2019 The Reds are also the only team in England's top four leagues to have won every game so far this season. — Matias Grez, CNN, "Liverpool maintains perfect start to the season to stay top of Premier League," 31 Aug. 2019 Recent Examples on the Web: Adjective Set expectations for workplace communication Define the rules so team members know what channels to turn to in different situations and what is expected. — Dear Sam | Expert Resume, oregonlive, "Communicating across generations in the workplace," 26 July 2019 Fallbrook High School hosted all of those meets and also won the boys team league championship with Ramona taking third place. — Joe Naiman, sandiegouniontribune.com, "Webster, 200 freestyle relay team win Valley League swim titles," 6 May 2018 Hallandale coach John Battle discusses the Chargers' boys and girls team track district titles at the District 15-2A finals on Thursday night. — David Furones, Sun-Sentinel.com, "Anthony Schwartz, Shaun Shivers and Tyson Campbell post blazing times at districts," 13 Apr. 2018 Fallbrook High School hosted all of those meets and also won the boys team league championship with Ramona taking third place. — Joe Naiman, sandiegouniontribune.com, "Webster, 200 freestyle relay team win Valley League swim titles," 6 May 2018 Hallandale coach John Battle discusses the Chargers' boys and girls team track district titles at the District 15-2A finals on Thursday night. — David Furones, Sun-Sentinel.com, "Anthony Schwartz, Shaun Shivers and Tyson Campbell post blazing times at districts," 13 Apr. 2018 The museum’s collections and exhibitions team speed-created a special mannequin designed to mirror Newton’s measurements and show off his designer threads. — Cristina Bolling, charlotteobserver, "Mint’s fashion exhibition gets Cam Newton-sized coup - but with one sizeable challenge...," 3 Oct. 2017 The Rent College Pads team plastered Marquette's campus with posters and signs advertising the site. — Sarah Hauer, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, "The idea earned a ‘D.’ Now Rent College Pads will help students find housing in 100 markets.," 28 Aug. 2017 Recent Examples on the Web: Verb The pair teamed with Smash’s Theresa Rebeck for the film’s script, while the video also showed Kruger and Chastain at a gun range and Fan and Nyong’o sporting boxing gloves as part of the preproduction process. — Joey Nolfi, EW.com, "Jessica Chastain and Lupita Nyong'o's ensemble spy thriller 355 sets release date," 20 Aug. 2019 Last month, the pair teamed up to film a 2020 presidential campaign video meant to appeal to young voters. — Faith Karimi, CNN, "Cardi B and Bernie Sanders talk jobs, wages and the economy," 14 Aug. 2019 The company has teamed up with investment firm RedNest Partners to buy Tecmotiv for an undisclosed sum, according to a statement Wednesday. — Bloomberg Wire, Dallas News, "NBA star David Robinson's private equity firm buys company that repairs military vehicles," 31 July 2019 The pair teamed up and formed a power couple: mercenaries for hire. — Priyanka Borpujari, National Geographic, "India’s forgotten power broker—what was her secret?," 5 July 2019 Previously Rivers and Williams had teamed up for 83 yards on just three passes, with Williams going high to make two catches. — San Diego Union-Tribune, "Column: Mistake-filled Chargers loss seems oh-so-familiar," 15 Sep. 2019 Now, there's a very passionate subset of Billie stans who think Demi's hair is a secret confirmation that the two pop stars are teaming up for a new song. — Kelsey Stiegman, Seventeen, "Fans Think Demi Lovato's Green Billie Eilish-Inspired Hair is Proof That They're Working on New Music," 12 Sep. 2019 Officials with the Harris County Constable Precinct 4 and Klein ISD Police Department teamed up for a school bus safety traffic initiative Sept. 3-6, according to a Facebook post from Precinct 4. — Rebecca Hennes, Houston Chronicle, "51 Houston drivers caught violating school zone traffic laws during Klein ISD traffic initiative," 10 Sep. 2019 Marte’s 32nd homer had the Diamondbacks on the brink of their first sweep of the Reds since 2015, until Suárez and Lorenzen teamed up for a rally. — Jeff Wallner, Cincinnati.com, "Michael Lorenzen's late-game heroics powers Cincinnati Reds over Arizona Diamondbacks," 8 Sep. 2019

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More Definitions for team

team

noun

English Language Learners Definition of team

(Entry 1 of 2)

: a group of people who compete in a sport, game, etc., against another group

: a group of people who work together

: a group of two or more animals used to pull a wagon, cart, etc.

team

verb

English Language Learners Definition of team (Entry 2 of 2)

: to bring together (two people or things)

See the full definition for team in the English Language Learners Dictionary

team

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Kids Definition of team

(Entry 1 of 2)

1 : a group of persons who work or play together a team of scientists a football team

2 : two or more animals used to pull the same vehicle or piece of machinery

team

teamed; teaming

Kids Definition of team (Entry 2 of 2)

: to form a team They teamed up to get the job done.

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