federation

noun

fed·er·a·tion | \ ˌfe-də-ˈrā-shən

Definition of federation

1 : an encompassing political or societal entity formed by uniting smaller or more localized entities: such as

a : a federal government

b : a union of organizations

2 : the act of creating or becoming a federation especially : the forming of a federal union

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a federation of labor unions a federation of women's clubs the federation of the states

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His current position puts him at the top of an operation that includes art fairs, model agencies, UFC—the martial arts federation—and the Miss Universe organization. — Liz Cantrell, Town & Country, "Who Is Lauren Sanchez's Husband, Patrick Whitesell?," 8 Feb. 2019 The phrasing wasn’t the only problem for many fans, with some remarking that the federation should be placing its focus on other things. — Jessica Taylor Price, Teen Vogue, "The International Gymnastics Federation Has Banned Heavy Makeup During Competitions," 1 Nov. 2018 The federation said Neymar had been in pain since Brazil’s 1-1 draw against Switzerland on Friday, when he was consistently fouled. — New York Times, "Neymar Leaves Brazil Practice With Pain in Foot," 19 June 2018 After a series of small but unprecedented incidents, the butchers federation says its members need protection from militants who have broken windows, thrown fake blood and sprayed graffiti on their shops. — Alissa J. Rubin, New York Times, "Citing Anti-Meat Sentiment, Butchers in France Seek Police Protection," 26 June 2018 After news broke that Lopetegui planned to leave the national team to take over Real Madrid following the World Cup, the Spanish soccer federation moved to dismiss him with immediate effect. — Hayden Bird, BostonGlobe.com, "5 things to know as the World Cup escalates," 25 June 2018 The federation has multiple educational offerings for staff members, including certificate programs for managers provided through the University of Wisconsin-Madison. — Rick Barrett, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, "Generous training opportunities pay off by attracting, retaining great employees," 4 May 2018 The federation says that the bobsledder does not have a prescription for the drug. — Raisa Bruner, Time, "Russian Olympian Who Wore an 'I Don't Do Doping' Slogan Shirt Just Failed Her Drug Test," 23 Feb. 2018 Bild daily said head coach Loew's fate would be decided in the coming days following talks with the German football federation (DFB). — Michelle Fitzpatrick, chicagotribune.com, "'No words:' Germany return home after World Cup disappointment," 28 June 2018

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