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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 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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   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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   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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   Learn the difference between permutations and combinations, using the example of seating six people in three chairs. Permutations count the different arrangements of people in specific chairs, while combinations count the different groups of people, regardless of order or chair.

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   1. a combining or being combined. 2. a thing formed by combining. 3. an association of persons, firms, political parties, etc. for a common purpose. 4. a. the series of numbers or letters used in opening a combination lock.

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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.

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    COMBINATION definition: 1. a mixture of different people or things: 2. a set of numbers or letters in a particular order…. Learn more.

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    A combination is a grouping together of separate things. Your desire to live to a big city might come from a combination of your dreams of being on stage, and your obsession with underground trains.