CEFR B1

union

noun

Meaning

The act or state of being joined, united, or combined; a combination or alliance of two or more states, organizations, or groups.

Examples

The union of the two kingdoms was celebrated with a grand feast.
A marriage is a union of two people and their families.

Synonyms: alliance, federation, coalition, amalgamation

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union (B1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈjuːnjən/

Definition

The act or state of being joined, united, or combined; a combination or alliance of two or more states, organizations, or groups.

Examples

The union of the two kingdoms was celebrated with a grand feast.
A marriage is a union of two people and their families.
The labor union fought for better wages and working conditions for its members.

How to Use union

union of (prepositional phrase): The joining or combination of two or more things. — "The union of church and state was a controversial policy."
in union with (prepositional phrase): In a state of being joined or combined with someone or something. — "They were married in union with God's will."

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