Colleaguing

/ˈkɑligɪŋ/ verb

Definition

The act of working together as colleagues or being associated as fellow workers.

Etymology

From 'colleague' (Latin 'col-' + 'lex' meaning 'chosen') with the present participle '-ing.' Rare usage describing the action of forming or maintaining collegial relationships.

Kelly Says

This word captures the active process of 'colleaguing'—not just being colleagues, but actively working together, supporting each other, and building those professional relationships. It emphasizes the collaborative spirit rather than just the job title.

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