liaison — communication or cooperation between different groups or organizations
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: communication or cooperation between different groups or organizations
Pronunciation (IPA): /liˈeɪzɑːn/
Example Sentences
- The new intern became the unofficial liaison between the coffee machine and stressed employees.
- Military liaison between allied forces is crucial for mission success.
- The ambassador's wife had a secret liaison with the French chef, but it turned out they were just exchanging recipes.
liaison
NOUN[/liˈeɪzɑːn/]
communication or cooperation between different groups or organizations
The liaison officer connects the police and the community during the town meeting.
Every season needs liaison for a reason!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From French 'liaison' meaning 'connection' or 'binding together', derived from Old French 'lier' (to bind), which comes from Latin 'ligare' (to tie or bind).
Breakdown
French 'lier' (to bind/tie) + '-aison' (noun suffix, from Latin '-atio') = liaison (connection/binding between groups)
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📝Examples
“The new intern became the unofficial liaison between the coffee machine and stressed employees.”
“Military liaison between allied forces is crucial for mission success.”
“The ambassador's wife had a secret liaison with the French chef, but it turned out they were just exchanging recipes.”
“We need better liaison with our international partners.”
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