partner
/ˈpɑːt.nər/(noun)
AWL Sublist 3CEFR B2IELTS Band 7.0 - 9.0
Academic Definition
A person or entity that takes part in an undertaking with another or others, especially in a business or joint effort.
Key Academic Collocations
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partnerpartnershippartnershipspartneredpartnering
Lexical Alternatives (Synonyms)
collaboratorallyassociatecounterpartcolleague
Academic Sample Sentences in Context
"China remained the primary bilateral trading partner for the regional bloc, absorbing 42% of gross manufactured exports."
"Public-private partnerships provide an effective mechanism for financing high-capital infrastructure like bridges and toll roads."
"Local universities partnered with tech enterprises to develop vocational incubation hubs for engineering graduates."
IELTS Examiner Scoring Strategy (Lexical Resource)
'Trading partner' is essential for Task 1 trade charts, and 'public-private partnerships' is a top-tier Task 2 concept.