coalition

noun

Stress: third syllable

Syllables: co-a-li-tion (4)

English Definition

An alliance for combined action, especially a temporary alliance of political parties forming a government.

Example Sentence

They formed a coalition to govern the country.

US IPA /ˌkoʊəˈlɪʃn/
UK IPA /ˌkəʊəˈlɪʃn/