Company Definition & Meaning
company
- noun
- an institution created to conduct business; "he only invests in large well-established companies"; "he started the company in his garage"
- small military unit; usually two or three platoons
- the state of being with someone; "he missed their company"; "he enjoyed the society of his friends"
- organization of performers and associated personnel (especially theatrical); "the traveling company all stayed at the same hotel"
- a social or business visitor; "the room was a mess because he hadn't expected company"
- a social gathering of guests or companions; "the house was filled with company when I arrived"
- a band of people associated temporarily in some activity; "they organized a party to search for food"; "the company of cooks walked into the kitchen"
- crew of a ship including the officers; the whole force or personnel of a ship
- a unit of firefighters including their equipment; "a hook- and-ladder company"
- verb
- be a companion to somebody
"Company" in song lyrics
See how company is used in real songs:
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"Voted hella high seas, I freeze your mega dumb company"
Aesop Rock — Abandon All Hope -
"So we can have a big Three's Company"
AMG — Pimp of the Century -
"We in good company"
Army of the Pharaohs — Dead Shall Rise
Words that rhyme with company
Usage tips for "company"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "company" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for company to find words that pair well.