cooperative

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

noun a jointly owned commercial enterprise (usually organized by farmers or consumers) that produces and distributes goods and services and is run for the benefit of its owners
noun an association formed and operated for the benefit of those using it
adjective involving the joint activity of two or more

From co- + operative.

RICKFIELD IS BEING MOST COOPERATIVE. — Terminal Compromise, Winn Schwartau
“The Cooperative Commonwealth is a universal automatic insurance company and savings bank for all its members. — The Jungle, Upton Sinclair
Cooperatives appealed to Susan as they did to many labor leaders as the best means of freeing labor. — Susan B. Anthony: Rebel, Crusader, Humanitarian, Alma Lutz

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