- the state or condition of being a partner; participation; association; joint interest.
- Law.
- the relation subsisting between partners.
- the contract creating this relation.
- an association of persons joined as partners in business.
- a contractual relationship between two or more persons carrying on a joint business venture with a view to profit, each incurring liability for losses and the right to share in the profits
- the deed creating such a relationship
- the persons associated in such a relationship
- the state or condition of being a partner
