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Definition of cooperation

cooperation

/koʊˌɑː.pəˈreɪ.ʃən/
(UK: co-operation)
co · op · er · a · tion
Adverb:cooperatively
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Adjective:cooperative
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• noun

1

The process of working together toward a shared goal or common purpose.

Example

"The international climate treaty required close cooperation among dozens of nations."

2

Willingness to assist or comply with requests, rules, or instructions.

Example

"The flight crew thanked the passengers for their patience and cooperation during the delay."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed from Late Latin cooperatio ('a working together'), from the verb cooperari, formed from com- ('together') and operari ('to work'), from opus ('work').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Cooperation. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/cooperation
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