Confederation
/kəˌnfɛdəˈreɪʃən/
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Definition
(noun) A union or alliance of states or political organizations.
Sentence Examples
Liechtenstein became fully independent in 1866 when the Confederation dissolved.
The Swiss Confederation secured its independence from the Holy Roman Empire in 1499.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The diverse colonies finally united into a single ____ for mutual trade and protection.