combination
noun
- way of selecting things out of a group where order does not matter
- in chess, a sequence of moves, often initiated by a sacrifice, which leaves the opponent few options and results in tangible gain
- any one-piece undergarment combining an upper body covering, with or without sleeves, and pants
- act of mixing together
Wiktionary
Pronunciation: /ˌkɒmbɪˈneɪʃən/ / /ˌkɑmbɪˈneɪʃən/
noun
Etymology: PIE word *dwóh₁ From Middle English combinacioun, combynacyoun, from Old French combination, from Late Latin combīnātiō. Morphologically combine + -ation.
- The act of combining, the state of being combined or the result of combining.
“combinations of colors”
“These guidelines should be followed in combination with those given last week.”
- An object formed by combining.
“The chef experimented with new flavor combinations.”
“Certain drug combinations can be dangerous.”
- A sequence of numbers or letters used to open a combination lock.
“The combination to their safe was the date of birth of their first child.”
- One or more elements selected from a set without regard to the order of selection.
- An association or alliance of people for some common purpose.
- A shot where the cue ball hits a ball that strikes another ball on the table.
- A motorcycle and sidecar.
- A rapid sequence of punches or strikes in boxing or other combat sports.
- An advantageous sequence of forcing or nearly forcing moves, often initiated with a sacrifice.
- Synonym of combinations (A one-piece suit of underwear).