The alliance
Example: The alliance between the two countries helped end the war.
Definition
"The alliance" refers to a formal agreement or union between two or more parties, especially countries or organizations, to cooperate for mutual benefit or to achieve a common goal, such as in political, military, or economic contexts.
Etymology
The term "the alliance" originates from the Old French word 'aliance,' derived from the Latin 'alligare,' meaning 'to bind to.' It historically described bonds formed between families or kingdoms, evolving to mean formal cooperation between nations or groups. Did you know? The concept of alliances has been pivotal in shaping world history through treaties and coalitions.
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"The alliance" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - History - (B1) - set 1", containing 204 commonly used words.
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