Definition

A group of organizations or individuals that work together for a common purpose, often in business or research.

Example

The consortium of universities collaborated on the new research project.

Conversation

I heard there’s a new consortium forming for tech startups in the city.

Oh really? That sounds interesting!

Yeah, they want to help small businesses collaborate and share resources.

That's a great idea; it could really boost innovation!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Consortium → It is formed from "con-" (meaning together) and "sors" (meaning lot or share). The word refers to a group of individuals or entities coming together to share resources or collaborate on a common goal.

Memory Tip

Think of people coming 'together' ('con-') to share a 'lot' or 'share' ('sors') — that's what a consortium is.

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