fellows

fel-lows · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    Plural of "fellow"; men or people (somewhat dated in this sense).

  2. 2.

    Members of a learned society, college, or professional body.

  3. 3.

    Companions or associates.

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    research fellows — Scholars holding fellowship positions
  • •
    fellow travelers — Companions on a journey; also, sympathizers with a cause
  • •
    hail-fellow-well-met — Heartily friendly and informal

Related words

See also: fella, fellow, fellowship
Synonyms: colleagues, companions, men, peers

Etymology

From Old Norse félagi ("partner, companion"), from fé ("property, money") + lag ("a laying together"). Originally meant "one who lays down money in a joint venture."