cooperation

Meanings

1. 1
   noun

   The act of working together toward a shared goal.

   Their cooperation with us was essential for the success of the mission.

2. 2
   noun

   Willing help and support from a person or organization.

   South Korea is seeking cooperation from China on the project.

First attested in 1620–1630. Borrowed from French cooperation, from Late Latin cooperātiō. By surface analysis, co- + operation or cooperate + -ion.

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