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alliance


Definition: Meaning of, alliance in English to English dictionary.

Pronunciation: / əˈlʌɪəns /

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alliance alliances
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  1. an arrangement in which two or more countries, groups etc agree to work together to try to change or achieve something
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  2. a group of two or more countries, groups etc who work together to achieve something
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  3. in alliance (with somebody/something) if two groups, countries etc are in alliance, they work together to achieve something or protect each another
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  4. formal a close relationship, especially a marriage, between people
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alliance used in phrases

  • Northern Alliance (noun)
    1. a multiethnic alliance in Afghanistan who practice a moderate form of Islam and are united in their opposition to the Taliban
  • War of the Grand Alliance (noun)
    1. 1689-1697 an aggressive war waged by Louis XIV against Spain and the Holy Roman Empire and England and Holland and other states
  • unholy alliance (noun)
    1. a coalition among seemingly antagonistic groups, especially if one is religious, for ad hoc or hidden gain
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