coalition
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co·a·li·tion

noun \ˌkō-ə-ˈli-shən\

Definition of COALITION

1
a : the act of coalescing : union
b : a body formed by the coalescing of originally distinct elements : combination
2
: a temporary alliance of distinct parties, persons, or states for joint action
co·a·li·tion·ist \-ˈli-sh(ə-)nist\ noun

Examples of COALITION

  1. The groups united to form a coalition.
  2. A multiparty coalition ruled the country.
  3. The group is working in coalition with other environmental groups.

Origin of COALITION

French, from Latin coalescere
First Known Use: 1604

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