others UK /ˈʌðəz/US /ˈʌðɚz/noun 2phrases 1 noun[plural only]2 •people apart from yourself or the person being talked aboutI treat others like I treat myself. •Those remaining after one or more people or items have left, or done something else, or been excluded.Two decided to hide, the others surrendered.I kept two special jars and threw away all the others. Phrases with others play well with othersTo habitually demonstrate interpersonal skills by engaging agreeably in social or work activities.