Definitions

1. noun

One who cooperates; a person or organization that works together with others to achieve a common goal or accomplish something.

“The company’s cooperator in the research project was a leading academic institution.”

2. noun

A person or organization that shares the costs or risks of an undertaking with others.

“The government was a cooperator in the construction of the new highway.”

3. noun

A person who cooperates with an authority, especially the police, in providing information or evidence about a crime.

“The cooperator in the police investigation was rewarded for their bravery.”

4. verb

to work together with others to achieve a common goal or accomplish something.

“The two companies are cooperating to develop a new product line.”