teammate

noun

team·​mate ˈtēm-ˌmāt How to pronounce teammate (audio)
Synonyms of teammatenext
: a fellow member of a team

Examples of teammate in a Sentence

They have been teammates for several years. She's very popular among her teammates.
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Despite the fouls, Suggs made plays for his teammates on both ends, finishing with five rebounds and six assists in 22 minutes. Jason Beede, The Orlando Sentinel, 18 Apr. 2026 Mensah has earned rave reviews from teammates and coaches alike. Adam Lichtenstein, Sun Sentinel, 17 Apr. 2026 Shelby says she’s not intimidated by being a ninth grader surrounded by older teammates. Don Norcross, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Apr. 2026 During the week of practice, Reaves was around his teammates and seen shooting after a few practices. Broderick Turner, Los Angeles Times, 17 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for teammate

Word History

First Known Use

1882, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of teammate was in 1882

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“Teammate.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/teammate. Accessed 23 Apr. 2026.

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teammate

noun
team·​mate ˈtēm-ˌmāt How to pronounce teammate (audio)
: a fellow member of a team

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