1. an association of people who share common beliefs or activities (Freq. 7) - the message was addressed not just to employees but to every member of the company family - the church welcomed new members into its fellowship • Syn: family • Derivationally related forms: fellow • Hypernyms: association • Hyponyms: koinonia 2. the state of being with someone (Freq. 1) - he missed their company - he enjoyed the society of his friends • Syn: company, companionship, society • Derivationally related forms: fellow, companion (for: companionship) • Hypernyms: friendship, friendly relationship • Hyponyms: freemasonry 3. money granted (by a university or foundation or other agency) for advanced study or research • Hypernyms: aid, economic aid, financial aid, prize, award