The company
Example: The company hires new employees this year
Definition
"The company" refers to a business organization or firm that provides goods or services. It often involves a group of people working together for commercial purposes, such as in the phrase 'The company hires new employees this year.'
Etymology
The phrase "the company" originates from the Old French word 'compaignie,' meaning 'society, friendship, or body of soldiers.' It later evolved in English to signify a group of people associated for commercial or social purposes. Did you know that 'company' originally implied companionship or fellowship before its business meaning became dominant?
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"The company" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (A1) - set 4", containing 104 commonly used words.
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