federation

/ˌfɛdəˈɹeɪʃn̩/

federation

English Noun Top 7,004
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Definition

Act of joining together into a single political entity.

Etymology

Borrowed from French fédération, from Late Latin foederatio, from Latin foederare; equivalent to federate + -ion.

Example Sentences

  • "It is 106 years since federation."
  • "FIDE appeals to all chess players and federations to accept this view."
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