noun
conjugation
Conjugation (noun) means the coming together of things; a union.
noun
1
The coming together of things; a union.
2
The temporary fusion of organisms, especially as part of sexual reproduction.
3
Sexual relations within marriage.
4
In some languages, one of several classifications of verbs categorized into distinct classes based on the specific inflectional patterns they exhibit.
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Etymology
Borrowed from Latin coniugātiō (“combining, connecting; conjugation”), from coniugō (“join, unite together”). Equivalent to conjugate + -ion.
Rhymes for conjugation
region
ablation
allusion
emulsion
ideation
novation
abortion
abrasion
diffusion
elocution
extension
oxidation
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Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of conjugation?
"conjugation" (noun) means the coming together of things; a union.
What are the different meanings of conjugation?
"conjugation" has 3 main meanings: 1. The coming together of things; a union; 2. The temporary fusion of organisms, especially as part of sexual reproduction; 3. Sexual relations within marriage.