Relation Definition & Meaning
relation
- noun
- an abstraction belonging to or characteristic of two entities or parts together
- the act of sexual procreation between a man and a woman; the man's penis is inserted into the woman's vagina and excited until orgasm and ejaculation occur
- a person related by blood or marriage; "police are searching for relatives of the deceased"; "he has distant relations back in New Jersey"
- an act of narration; "he was the hero according to his own relation"; "his endless recounting of the incident eventually became unbearable"
- (law) the principle that an act done at a later time is deemed by law to have occurred at an earlier time; "his attorney argued for the relation back of the amended complaint to the time the initial complaint was filed"
- (usually plural) mutual dealings or connections among persons or groups; "international relations"
"Relation" in song lyrics
See how relation is used in real songs:
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"But we Peter roll 'em if it's no blood relation"
DJ Kay Slay f/ Jim Jones, Junior Reid, Papoose, Sheek Louch, Tony Yayo, Uncle Murda — Don't Take it There (Unity Remix) -
"But the strands of heavy metal seem to have no relation"
DJ Muggs vs. GZA f/ Raekwon, RZA — Advanced Pawns (Royal) -
"Partner, and don't think we see the relation"
The Frontline — Now U Know
Words that rhyme with relation
Usage tips for "relation"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "relation" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for relation to find words that pair well.