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combination

.kɒmbi'neiʃәn8 senses · 55 ms
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noun/ˌkɒmbɪˈneɪʃən//ˌkɑmbɪˈneɪʃən/
  1. 1

    The act of combining, the state of being combined or the result of combining.countableuncountable

    • combinations of colors
    • These guidelines should be followed in combination with those given last week.
  2. 2

    An object formed by combining.countableuncountable

    • The chef experimented with new flavor combinations.
    • Certain drug combinations can be dangerous.
  3. 3

    A sequence of numbers or letters used to open a combination lock.countableuncountable

    • The combination to their safe was the date of birth of their first child.
  4. 4

    One or more elements selected from a set without regard to the order of selection.countableuncountable

  5. 5

    An association or alliance of people for some common purpose.countableuncountable

  6. 6

    A shot where the cue ball hits a ball that strikes another ball on the table.countableuncountable

  7. 7

    A motorcycle and sidecar.countableuncountable

  8. 8

    A rapid sequence of punches or strikes in boxing or other combat sports.countableuncountable

  9. 9

    An advantageous sequence of forcing or nearly forcing moves, often initiated with a sacrifice.countableuncountable

  10. 10

    Synonym of combinations (A one-piece suit of underwear).countableuncountable

ant. division · separation · permutation

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