team-building
|team-build-ing|
/ˈtiːm ˌbɪldɪŋ/
enhancing team dynamics
Etymology
'team-building' originates from the combination of 'team' and 'building,' where 'team' refers to a group of people working together and 'building' refers to the act of constructing or developing.
'team-building' evolved from the concept of 'team' and 'building' in the late 20th century as organizations began to focus on improving group dynamics.
Initially, it meant 'the act of constructing a team,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'activities designed to enhance team performance.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the process of encouraging a group of people to work well together as a team by having them take part in activities and games.
The company organized a team-building retreat to improve collaboration.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45