Combination
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌkɒmbɪˈneɪʃən/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Combination is a noun meaning The act of combining, the state of being combined or the result of combining.
Meaning
The act of combining, the state of being combined or the result of combining.
More Meanings
- An object formed by combining.
- A sequence of numbers or letters used to open a combination lock.
- (mathematics) One or more elements selected from a set without regard to the order of selection.
- An association or alliance of people for some common purpose.
- (billiards) A shot where the cue ball hits a ball that strikes another ball on the table.
- (motorcycling) A motorcycle and sidecar.
- (boxing, martial arts) A rapid sequence of punches or strikes in boxing or other combat sports.
Example Sentences
combinations of colors
Certain drug combinations can be dangerous.
The chef experimented with new flavor combinations.
She took a dangerous combination of alcohol and heroin.
Word Forms
- combinations
Synonyms for combination
Depending on context, synonyms include fusion, merger, billiard, combinations, compounding, combining.
Antonyms for combination
Common opposites include division, separation, permutation.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include combining, combine, compounding, combined, merge, merged.
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