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Definition of "fellowship" []

  • The condition of sharing similar interests, ideals, or experiences, as by reason of profession, religion, or nationality. (noun)
  • The companionship of individuals in a congenial atmosphere and on equal terms. (noun)
  • A close association of friends or equals sharing similar interests. (noun)
  • Friendship; comradeship. (noun)
  • The financial grant made to a fellow in a college or university. (noun)

American Heritage(R) Dictionary of the English Language, Fifth Edition. Copyright (c) 2011 by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. Published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. All rights reserved.

Use "fellowship" in a sentence
  • "And I think this fellowship is a really nice opportunity to think what other ways are there."
  • "He received a journalism fellowship from the Institute of Current World Affairs in 1938 and was sent to the University of London's prestigious School of Oriental Studies before traveling to South Asia."
  • "I wanted to note that Lazarus, this World Food Prize fellowship is a big deal."