tandem — meaning in English
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English meaning
- tandem adj Arranged one behind the other, or working together closely.
Senses
tandem is used for these senses in English:
- tandem (countable) A carriage pulled by two or more draught animals (generally draught horses) harnessed one behind the other, both providing pulling power but only the animal in front being able to steer. [from mid 18th c.]
- tandem (countable) A group of two or more machines, people, etc., working together; hence (uncountable) , close collaboration.
- tandem bicycle (cycling) A bicycle or tricycle in which two people sit one behind the other, both able to pedal but only the person in front being able to steer.
tandem — full definition
- adj Arranged one behind the other, or working together closely.
- adv Together, in close cooperation.