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(col-lo-ca-tion) 4 syllables

Definition

noun. a group of words that often go together.

Example Sentence

Collocation refers to the natural pairing or grouping of words in a sentence.The collocation of 'bread and butter' is common in English.

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Good collocation helps with language learning.

Synonyms

phrase; combination; grouping

Antonyms

word mismatches; word disconnections

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