noun as in strong fondness

Word Combinations

Example:During the group project, I found my deskmate to be very helpful with organization and research.

Definition:a student who studies in the same class.

From classmate

Example:The deskmate and I have been schoolmates since the first grade and remain best friends.

Definition:a student who attends the same school as you.

From schoolmate

Example:As deskmates, we have co-authored several reports and projects over the years.

Definition:a person who works with someone else in the same profession or company.

From colleague