in combination with — together with; along with something else
Part of speech: PREPOSITION
Definition: together with; along with something else
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪn ˌkɑːmbɪˈneɪʃən wɪð/
Example Sentences
- Pizza in combination with pineapple is still a controversial topic.
- The medicine should be taken in combination with plenty of water.
- My terrible singing in combination with loud music created the perfect storm.
in combination with
PREPOSITION[/ɪn ˌkɑːmbɪˈneɪʃən wɪð/]
together with; along with something else
together with; along with something else
Art in combination with passion creates magic at the station!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
This phrase derives from Latin 'combinare' (to combine), formed from 'com' (together) and 'bini' (two by two). The term evolved to mean 'joining together' and was extended with the preposition 'with' to express association or partnership in action.
Breakdown
com- (together) + bin- (two by two, paired) + -ation (state or action) + with (preposition meaning alongside or in association). The root 'bini' refers to things taken two at a time, reflecting the idea of pairing elements together.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“Pizza in combination with pineapple is still a controversial topic.”
“The medicine should be taken in combination with plenty of water.”
“My terrible singing in combination with loud music created the perfect storm.”
“Technology in combination with traditional teaching methods improves learning outcomes.”
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