conjunction
noun
con·junc·tion
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Definition of conjunction
1
: an uninflected linguistic form that joins together sentences, clauses, phrases, or words
Some common conjunctions are "and," "but," and "although."
2
: the act or an instance of conjoining : the state of being conjoined : combination
working in conjunction with state and local authorities
3
: occurrence together in time or space : concurrence
a conjunction of events
4a
: the apparent meeting or passing of two or more celestial bodies in the same degree of the zodiac
b
: a configuration in which two celestial bodies have their least apparent separation
a conjunction of Mars and Jupiter
5
: a complex sentence in logic true if and only if each of its components is true — see Truth Table
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Other Words from conjunction
conjunctional
\ kən-ˈjəŋ(k)-shnəl
, -shə-nᵊl \
adjective
, -shə-nᵊl \
adjective
conjunctionally
adverb
Synonyms & Antonyms for conjunction
Synonyms
confluence, convergence, convergency, meeting
Antonyms
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Examples of conjunction in a Sentence
Some common conjunctions are “and,” “but,” and “although.”
the conjunction of the two major highways creates a massive influx of cars into the city
Recent Examples on the Web
Alaskans will find the answers to these and many more health and wellness questions at HealthU, a free event presented by Alaska Regional Hospital in conjunction with the Anchorage Daily News. — Anchorage Daily News, "The journey toward a healthier you starts at HealthU," 5 Sep. 2019 The bar is working in conjunction with Legends Sports Bar & Grill in Parma, where Wednesday night’s drawing will be held around 8 p.m. Reporter Hannah Drown will be at Legends tonight before and during the drawing. — Hannah Drown, cleveland.com, "Watch Queen of Hearts drawing for more than $2 million jackpot from Parma bar Sept. 4 on Facebook Live," 4 Sep. 2019 The city, working in conjunction with the Federal Emergency Management Agency, has also begun buying out some homeowners who live in especially flood-prone areas. — Tim Craig, Washington Post, "As Dorian approaches, flood fears grip the Southeast," 3 Sep. 2019 According to the promotional material, Union presents the show in conjunction with local independent concert promoter Monozine Presents Inc. — Baltimore Sun Staff, baltimoresun.com, "Union Craft Brewing taps Baltimore synthpop stars Future Islands for free weekend show," 3 Sep. 2019 This is the 11th year the Journal Sentinel has sponsored Top Workplaces, in conjunction with Energage, the research partner for the project. — Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, "The deadline is Sept. 27 for nominations for the Journal Sentinel's Top Workplaces program," 3 Sep. 2019 The Maryland’s Opioid Operational Command Center, in conjunction with the Maryland Emergency Management Agency, announced Thursday the recipients of $10 million in grants to combat opioid addiction and overdoses. — Jon Kelvey, baltimoresun.com/maryland/carroll, "Hogan gives Carroll funds for opioid disorders," 2 Sep. 2019 Finally, Fitbit Premium subscribers will also be able to distill accumulated data in one easy-to-read, printable report that will be developed in conjunction with medical professionals. — Adrienne So, WIRED, "Fitbit Wants to Be Your One-Stop Health Care Shop," 28 Aug. 2019 The foundation also announced an initiative in conjunction with the Morris Animal Foundation, Canine Comparative Oncology, that will advance research and treatment for both humans and dogs. — Catherine Bigelow, SFChronicle.com, "Fetes and art grants set the stage for upcoming SF Ballet and SF Opera galas," 27 Aug. 2019These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'conjunction.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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More Definitions for conjunction
conjunction
noun
English Language Learners Definition of conjunction
grammar
: a word that joins together sentences, clauses, phrases, or words
formal
: a situation in which two or more things happen at the same time or in the same place
See the full definition for conjunction in the English Language Learners Dictionary
conjunction
noun
con·junc·tion
| \ kən-ˈjəŋk-shən
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Kids Definition of conjunction
1
: a joining together : union
2
: a word or expression that joins together sentences, clauses, phrases, or words
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