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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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2. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › combinationCombination Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

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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.

3. dictionary.cambridge.org › english › combinationCOMBINATION | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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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.

4. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › CombinationCombination - Wikipedia

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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 ). For example, given three fruits, say an apple, an orange and a pear, there are three combinations of two that can be drawn from this set: an apple and a pear; an apple and an orange ...

5. www.dictionary.com › browse › combinationCOMBINATION Definition & Meaning | Dictionary.com

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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.

6. www.mathsisfun.com › definitions › combinationCombination Definition (Illustrated Mathematics Dictionary)

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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...

7. www.khanacademy.org › v › combination-formulaCombination formula (video) | Combinations | Khan Academy

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   About. Transcript. Learn the difference between permutations and combinations, and how to calculate them using factorials. This video also discusses binomial coefficients and the formula for combinations, nCk. Solidify your understanding with an example: how would one seat six people in four chairs? Questions. Tips & Thanks.

8. dictionary.cambridge.org › combinationCOMBINATION | meaning - Cambridge Learner's Dictionary

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   noun. uk / ˌkɒmbɪˈneɪʃ ə n / us. combination noun (MIXTURE) Add to word list. B2. a mixture of different people or things: Strawberries and cream - a perfect combination! We won through a combination of luck and skill. This drug can be safely used in combination with other medicines. Fewer examples. What a nice combination of flavours.