fellow
fel·low
noun, often attributive \ˈfe-(ˌ)lō\Definition of FELLOW
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: a member of a group having common characteristics; specifically : a member of an incorporated literary or scientific society
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: an incorporated member of a college or collegiate foundation especially in a British university
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: a person appointed to a position granting a stipend and allowing for advanced study or research
See Examples of FELLOW
- fellows and girls at a party
- a young fellow like you
- Your son's a bright little fellow.
- She's found herself a new fellow.
- a fellow of the American College of Surgeons
- a Fellow of the Royal Society
Origin of FELLOW
Middle English felawe, from Old English fēolaga, from Old Norse fēlagi, from fēlag partnership, from fē cattle, money + lag act of laying
First Known Use: before 12th century
Related to FELLOW
Related Words: admirer, crush, steady; gallant, suitor, wooer; beloved, darling, dear, favorite, flame, honey, love, lover, significant other, soul mate, spark, sparker, squeeze [slang], sweet, sweetheart, sweetie, sweetie pie, valentine; fancy man, gigolo; date, escort; groom, husband; fiancé, intended
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