The alliance
Example: The alliance between the two countries helped end the war quickly.
Definition
"The alliance" refers to a formal agreement or union between two or more parties, often countries or organizations, to cooperate for mutual benefit or to achieve common goals, especially in political, military, or economic contexts.
Etymology
The term "alliance" comes from the Old French word 'aliance,' meaning a union or bond. It traces back to the Latin 'alligare,' which means 'to bind to.' Did you know that the concept of alliances has been crucial throughout history for forming powerful coalitions in wars and diplomacy?
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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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