Meaning & use
companionship
A feeling of friendship or fellowship that comes from spending time with another person or animal.
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The elderly widow found great comfort in the companionship of her dog.
Long road trips are more enjoyable with the companionship of a good friend.
A note on using this word
Companionship emphasizes the emotional comfort of simply being together, distinct from 'friendship', which implies a deeper, more personal bond.
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