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
[ Syn: companionship , fellowship , society ]
organization of performers and associated personnel (especially theatrical); the traveling company all stayed at the same hotel
[ Syn: troupe ]
a social or business visitor; the room was a mess because he hadnt expected company
[ Syn: caller ]
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
[ Syn: party ]
crew of a ship including the officers; the whole force or personnel of a ship
[ Syn: ships company ]
a unit of firefighters including their equipment; a hook-and-ladder company'
company (n.)
be a companion to somebody
[ Syn: companion , accompany , keep company ]