Combination Meaning
/ˌkɒmbɪˈneɪʃən/Definition, CEFR level C1, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
nounThe act of combining, the state of being combined or the result of combining.
nounAn object formed by combining.
Sentence Examples
I love that combination.
Steak and red wine make a good combination.
The tragedy was due to a combination of factors.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The chef's secret ____ of spices gave the dish a unique flavor.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The delicious dessert is a perfect ____ of sweet strawberries and rich dark chocolate.
Word Origin & History
PIE word *dwóh₁ From Middle English combinacioun, combynacyoun, from Old French combination, from Late Latin combīnātiō. Morphologically combine + -ation.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The chef's secret ____ of spices gave the dish a unique flavor.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The delicious dessert is a perfect ____ of sweet strawberries and rich dark chocolate.