Read the dictionary definition of company. All definitions for this word.
1. an institution created to conduct business
1. he only invests in large well-established companies
2. he started the company in his garage
2. a unit of firefighters including their equipment
1. a hook-and-ladder company
3. a social gathering of guests or companions
1. the house was filled with company when I arrived
4. organization of performers and associated personnel (especially theatrical)
1. the traveling company all stayed at the same hotel
5. small military unit; usually two or three platoons
6. crew of a ship including the officers; the whole force or personnel of a ship
7. a band of people associated temporarily in some activity
1. they organized a party to search for food
2. the company of cooks walked into the kitchen
8. a social or business visitor
1. the room was a mess because he hadn't expected company
9. the state of being with someone
1. he missed their company
2. he enjoyed the society of his friends
10. be a companion to somebody
