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coalition

Pronunciation: /ˌkəʊəˈlɪʃ(ə)n/

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Definition of coalition

noun

a temporary alliance for combined action, especially of political parties forming a government:a coalition between Liberals and Conservatives [mass noun]:they had a taste of government in coalition with the Social Democrats

Derivatives

coalitionist

Origin:

early 17th century (in the sense 'fusion'): from medieval Latin coalitio(n-), from the verb coalescere (see coalesce). Usage in politics dates from the late 18th century