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relation Definition and Meaning in English (relation definition)

noun
Synonyms:connectionbondlink
Quick Answer • Definition

Relation definition: A connection between two or more people or things, or the state of being connected.

Definitions of Relation

  1. 1noun

    A connection between two or more people or things, or the state of being connected.

  2. 2noun

    A person connected by blood or marriage; a relative.

  3. 3noun(formal)

    The act of telling or narrating something, often a story or event.

Example Sentences

casual

“Their relation improved after the discussion.”

casual

“She is a distant relation of mine.”

formal

“The relation of the events was very detailed.”

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Inflected Word Forms

nounrelationship
adjectiverelative
adjectiverelated

Phrases & Idiomatic Expressions

in relation toexpression

concerning or regarding something

blood relationcollocation

a person connected by blood, a close family member

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