Defn: One who collates to a benefice.
3. One who confers any benefit. [Obs.] Feltham.
COLLAUD
Col*laud", v. t. Etym: [L. collaudare; col- + laudare to praise.]
Defn: To join in praising. [Obs.] Howell.
COLLEAGUE Col"league, n. Etym: [F. coll*gue, L. collega one chosen at the same time with another, a partner in office; col- + legare to send or choose as deputy. See Legate.]
Defn: A partner or associate in some civil or ecclesiastical office or employment. It is never used of partners in trade or manufactures.
Syn. — Helper; assistant; coadjutor; ally; associate; companion; confederate.
COLLEAGUE
Col*league", v.t & i.
Defn: To unite or associate with another or with others. [R.] Shak.
COLLEAGUESHIP
Col"league*ship, n.