Alliance Definition & Meaning

alliance
noun
  1. the state of being allied or confederated
  2. a connection based on kinship or marriage or common interest; "the shifting alliances within a large family"; "their friendship constitutes a powerful bond between them"
  3. an organization of people (or countries) involved in a pact or treaty
  4. a formal agreement establishing an association or alliance between nations or other groups to achieve a particular aim
  5. the act of forming an alliance or confederation

"Alliance" in song lyrics

See how alliance is used in real songs:

  • "See, Brett and Shawn, we formed an alliance"
    7A3 — 7A3 Will Rock You
  • "Sovereignty attained through Boriqua-Cuban alliance"
    Algorithm — El Grito
  • "Alliance"
    The Associates f/ Divine Styler, Evidence, Key Kool, LMNO — Ubiquity

Usage tips for "alliance"

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