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   Com·bi·na·tion

   /ˌkämbəˈnāSHən/

   

   noun

   • 1. a joining or merging of different parts or qualities in which the component elements are individually distinct: "this color combination is stunningly effective" Similar amalgamationamalgammergerunionblendmixturemixminglingmeldfusionfusingcompoundalloymarriageweavecoalescencecoalitionpoolingintegrationconjunctionincorporationsynthesiscompositecompositionconcoctioninformal:mash-up
   • ▪ the process of combining different parts or qualities or the state of being combined: "these four factors work together in combination" Similar cooperationcollaborationconcertsynergyassociationunionalliancepartnershipcoalitionleagueOpposite conflict
   • ▪ an arrangement of elements: "the canvases may be arranged in any number of combinations"
   • ▪ (in various sports and games) a coordinated and effective sequence of moves: "a good uppercut/hook combination"
   • ▪ uniting different uses, functions, or ingredients: "a combination garment bag and backpack"
   • ▪ the joining of substances in a compound with new properties.
   • 2. a sequence of numbers or letters used to open a combination lock: "a combination briefcase"
   • 3. a selection of a given number of elements from a larger number without regard to their arrangement.

   Word Origin late Middle English: from late Latin combinatio(n-), from the verb combinare ‘join two by two’ (see combine1).

   Derivatives

   • 1. combinational adjective
   • 2. combinative adjective

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   The meaning of COMBINATION is a result or product of combining; especially : an alliance of individuals, corporations, or states united to achieve a social, political, or economic end. How to use combination in a sentence.

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   COMBINATION definition: 1. the mixture you get when two or more things are combined: 2. an arrangement in a particular…. Learn more.

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   COMBINATION meaning: 1. the mixture you get when two or more things are combined: 2. an arrangement in a particular…. Learn more.

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   noun. the act of combining or the state of being combined. Synonyms: coalescence, union, conjunction, association. a number of things combined: a combination of ideas. Synonyms: amalgam, amalgamation, mixture. something formed by combining: A chord is a combination of notes. an alliance of persons or parties: a combination in restraint of trade.

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   In mathematics, a combination is a selection of items from a set that has distinct members, such that the order of selection does not matter (unlike permutations ).

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   Illustrated definition of Combination: Any of the ways we can combine things, when the order does not matter. Example: For a fruit salad, how many...

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   Definition of combination noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.