1. (

• family ,
• fellowship

) an association of people who share common beliefs or activities; "the message was addressed not just to employees but to every member of the company family"; "the church welcomed new members into its fellowship" ;

2. (

• company ,
• companionship ,
• fellowship ,
• society

) the state of being with someone; "he missed their company"; "he enjoyed the society of his friends" ;

3. (

• fellowship

) money granted (by a university or foundation or other agency) for advanced study or research ;