Definition of "companionship" []

• The relationship of companions; fellowship. (noun)

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• "Despite a small team of mechanical men, Harold's only source of human (- like) companionship is his true love, Prosepero's daughter Miranda, who may or may not even be alive as she only speaks to Harold through a series of speakers placed around the ship."
• "Now I'm feeling worried about my 11/2-year, long-distance relationship and how it probably will not result in marriage/long-term companionship/whatever since we have pretty different priorities, and wondering what the point is, then."
• "Either way companionship is often a menu item and some of the ladies are not really hookers but are looking for a better situation in life and are making some money in the process."