C2verbformalworkbusiness
US/liːˈeɪz/
UK/liːˈeɪz/
to work with another person or group and share information so that you cooperate well
In context
I will liaise with the design team and send you the final plan.
Our manager has to liaise closely with local authorities.
She was hired to liaise between the school and the parents.
Words that go with liaise
verb + preposition
- liaise with colleaguesYou should liaise with colleagues in the other office.
- liaise with the policeOfficers liaise with the police in other countries.
- liaise with clientsShe liaises with clients about delivery dates.
- liaise betweenHis job is to liaise between the two departments.
verb + adverb
- liaise closelyThe two agencies liaise closely on security.
- liaise directlyPlease liaise directly with the supplier.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
I will liaise to the client tomorrow.Correct: I will liaise with the client tomorrow.