federation — a group of states or organizations united under a central government or authority
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a group of states or organizations united under a central government or authority
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌfedəˈreɪʃən/
Example Sentences
- The World Wrestling Federation changed its name because apparently real wrestling wasn't confusing enough.
- The teachers formed a federation to negotiate better coffee in the staff room.
- The International Tennis Federation governs tennis tournaments worldwide.
federation
NOUN[/ˌfedəˈreɪʃən/]
a group of states or organizations united under a central government or authority
The federation united many states under one central government.
The federation united many independent organizations under one council.
The federation encouraged cooperation, leading to a joyful celebration.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Derived from Latin 'foedus', meaning treaty or alliance, the word originally referred to formal agreements made between the Roman state and neighbouring tribes. Over time, the meaning evolved from specific diplomatic treaties to describe the broader concept of multiple groups uniting under a common framework.
Breakdown
foedus (treaty, alliance) + -ation (act or state of) = the act or state of joining together through formal agreement or alliance.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The World Wrestling Federation changed its name because apparently real wrestling wasn't confusing enough.”
“The teachers formed a federation to negotiate better coffee in the staff room.”
“The International Tennis Federation governs tennis tournaments worldwide.”
“Canada is a federation where provinces have significant autonomy.”
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