Meaning of Combination | Babel Free

Definitions

1. The act of combining, the state of being combined or the result of combining.
   countable, uncountable
2. Combine.
3. An object formed by combining.
   countable, uncountable
4. Union of two things in a same subject.
5. A sequence of numbers or letters used to open a combination lock.
   countable, uncountable
6. Drink composed of various liquors, especially vermouth and gin.
7. One or more elements selected from a set without regard to the order of selection.
   countable, uncountable
8. An association or alliance of people for some common purpose.
   countable, uncountable
9. A shot where the cue ball hits a ball that strikes another ball on the table.
   countable, uncountable
10. A motorcycle and sidecar.
    countable, uncountable
11. A rapid sequence of punches or strikes in boxing or other combat sports.
    countable, uncountable
12. An advantageous sequence of forcing or nearly forcing moves, often initiated with a sacrifice.
    countable, uncountable
13. Synonym of combinations (A one-piece suit of underwear).
    countable, uncountable

Equivalents

Examples

“combinations of colors”

“These guidelines should be followed in combination with those given last week.”

“She took a dangerous combination of alcohol and heroin.”

“The chef experimented with new flavor combinations.”

“Certain drug combinations can be dangerous.”

“The combination to their safe was the date of birth of their first child.”

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