coalition
co·a·li·tion
noun \ˌkō-ə-ˈli-shən\Definition of COALITION
1
a : the act of coalescing : union b : a body formed by the coalescing of originally distinct elements : combination
2
: a temporary alliance of distinct parties, persons, or states for joint action
— co·a·li·tion·ist \-ˈli-sh(ə-)nist\ noun
See Examples of COALITION
- The groups united to form a coalition.
- A multiparty coalition ruled the country.
- The group is working in coalition with other environmental groups.
Origin of COALITION
French, from Latin coalescere
First Known Use: 1604
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Rhymes with COALITION
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