cooperation

noun

co·​op·​er·​a·​tion (ˌ)kō-ˌä-pə-ˈrā-shən How to pronounce cooperation (audio)
1
: the actions of someone who is being helpful by doing what is wanted or asked for : common effort
We are asking for your full cooperation.
2
: association of persons for common benefit
established trade and economic cooperations

Examples of cooperation in a Sentence

The report cited a lack of cooperation between state and local officials. Thank you for your cooperation. We are asking for your full cooperation.
Recent Examples on the Web The agreement includes trade in goods and services, investment promotion and cooperation, intellectual property, government procurement, trade and sustainable development, and dispute settlement. Ashok Sharma, Fortune, 10 Mar. 2024 With the support of Vice President Vera Jourova, the European Commission also stepped in last year with legal tweaks to help streamline cooperation between data protection authorities so big cases can be addressed more quickly and efficiently. Stephanie Bodoni, Fortune Europe, 8 Mar. 2024 There was also a war in Ukraine, a rising challenge from China and a host of other issues for which Biden administration officials wanted European cooperation. Eva Dou, Washington Post, 7 Mar. 2024 Jaishankar said their countries would work together to enhance economic security and supply chain resilience, and discussed cooperation in areas such as semiconductor, green technology and digital transformation. Mari Yamaguchi, Quartz, 7 Mar. 2024 Whether the locals had continued the operation by coercion or cooperation is unclear. Franz Lidz, New York Times, 5 Mar. 2024 Reisig said his office launched the Fast Pass program in cooperation with several retail chains, including Walmart, Best Buy, Lowe’s, Rite Aid, the TJX Companies, CVS, Nugget Markets, Safeway, Walgreens, IKEA, Raley’s and Home Depot. Rosalio Ahumada, Sacramento Bee, 5 Mar. 2024 Prosecutors also have a sentencing memorandum, which usually presents reasons for a long term of incarceration or a request for leniency based on the cooperation against others. Walter Pavlo, Forbes, 27 Feb. 2024 Consider implementing training programs on workplace behavior for the entire team, reaffirming your commitment to a respectful workplace and educating employees on the importance of mutual respect and cooperation. Johnny C. Taylor Jr., USA TODAY, 27 Feb. 2024

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Word History

Etymology

see cooperate

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of cooperation was in the 15th century

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“Cooperation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cooperation. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

cooperation

noun
co·​op·​er·​a·​tion kō-ˌäp-ə-ˈrā-shən How to pronounce cooperation (audio)
: the act or process of cooperating

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