noun

companionship

kuhm-PAN-yuhn-shihp

noun

The feeling or state of having friendly company; fellowship.

"After his wife passed away, he got a dog for companionship."

"The retreat offered a sense of companionship among strangers."

How to Use Companionship

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe comfort of having friendly company around you.

Common pairings

seek companionship offer companionship a sense of companionship

companionships plural

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After his wife passed away, he got a dog for _____.

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