conjunction
Translation
conjunction, combination
Examples
'And', 'but', and 'or' are common conjunctions.
'And', 'but', and 'or' are common conjunctions.
The event was planned in conjunction with the local council.
The event was planned in conjunction with the local council.
Grammar Patterns
a coordinating/subordinating conjunction 'But' is a coordinating conjunction.
in conjunction with ((sb./sth.)) The police worked in conjunction with the FBI.
Similar Words
Synonyms: (grammar) connective; (combination) union, association
Etymology
From Latin 'con-' (together) + 'iungere' (to join). It means 'a joining together'.
Memory Tips
A conjunction's function is to 'join' words or clauses. The word 'junction' shares the same root.