companion synonyms

companion

n.

  1. An associate

    friend, partner, mate, comrade; see associate, friend 1, mate 2.

  2. One who accompanies another

    attendant, escort, chaperon, nurse, practical nurse, home health aide, governess, matron, safeguard, protector, guide, convoy. See syn. study at associate.associate.

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