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collegiality

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The definition of collegiality is the shared authority between two or more people who work together.

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An example of collegiality is a group of teachers sharing the responsibility of student discipline.

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See collegiality in Webster's New World College Dictionary

noun

the sharing of authority among colleagues
R.C.Ch. the principle that authority is shared by the pope and the bishops
considerate and respectful conduct among colleagues or an atmosphere, relationship, etc. characterized by this

See collegiality in American Heritage Dictionary 4

noun

Shared power and authority vested among colleagues.
Roman Catholic Church The doctrine that bishops collectively share collegiate power.

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