federation
Pronunciation: /ˌfɛdəˈɹeɪ̯ʃən/
The English word “federation” has 5 meanings listed here.
noun
- An act of joining together into a single political entity.
- An array of nations or states that are unified under one central authority.
- Any society or organisation formed from separate groups or bodies.
- A collection of network or telecommunication providers that offer interoperability.
adjective
- Of an architectural style popular around the time of federation.
Etymology
Borrowed from French fédération, from Late Latin foederatio, from Latin foederare; equivalent to federate + -ion.
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