Definitions for CONNECTION
kəˈnɛk ʃəncon·nec·tion

Princeton's WordNetRate this definition:3.3 / 7 votes

1. connection, connexion, connectednessnoun

   a relation between things or events (as in the case of one causing the other or sharing features with it)

   "there was a connection between eating that pickle and having that nightmare"

2. connection, link, connectednessnoun

   the state of being connected

   "the connection between church and state is inescapable"

3. connection, connexion, connector, connecter, connectivenoun

   an instrumentality that connects

   "he soldered the connection"; "he didn't have the right connector between the amplifier and the speakers"

4. connectionnoun

   (usually plural) a person who is influential and to whom you are connected in some way (as by family or friendship)

   "he has powerful connections"

5. association, connection, connexionnoun

   the process of bringing ideas or events together in memory or imagination

   "conditioning is a form of learning by association"

6. connection, connexion, linknoun

   a connecting shape

7. connectionnoun

   a supplier (especially of narcotics)

8. connection, connexionnoun

   shifting from one form of transportation to another

   "the plane was late and he missed his connection in Atlanta"

9. joining, connection, connexionnoun

   the act of bringing two things into contact (especially for communication)

   "the joining of hands around the table"; "there was a connection via the internet"

GCIDERate this definition:5.0 / 1 vote

1. Connectionnoun

   any relationship between things or events; association; alliance; as, a causal connection between interest rates and stock prices.

2. Connectionnoun

   something that connects other objects.

3. Connectionnoun

   (Transportation) a vehicle in which one may continue a journey after debarking from another vehicle; the departing vehicle of a connection; as, my connection leaves four hours after my arrival; I missed my connection. A connection may be more specifically referred to as a connecting flight, a connecting train, etc.

4. Connectionnoun

   (Transportation) the scheduled arrival of one vehicle and departure of a second, sufficiently close in time and place to allow the departing vehicle serve as a means of continuing a journey begun or continued in the first vehicle; as, we can get a connection at Newark to continue on to Paris; -- most commonly used of airplanes, trains, and buses arriving and departing at the same terminal.

5. Connectionnoun

   (Transportation) the transfer of a passenger from one vehicle to another to continue a journey; as, the connection was made in Copenhagen; -- most commonly of scheduled transportation on common carriers.

6. Connectionnoun

   (Commerce) a vendor who can supply desired materials at a favorable price, or under conditions when other sources are unavailable; as, to get a bargain from one's connection in the jewelry trade; to have connections for the purchase of marijuana; -- often used in the pl..

WiktionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. connectionnoun

   The act of connecting.

2. connectionnoun

   The point at which two or more things are connected.

3. connectionnoun

   A feeling of understanding and ease of communication between two or more people.

   As we were the only people in the room to laugh at the joke, I felt a connection between us.

4. connectionnoun

   An established communications or transportation link.

5. connectionnoun

   A transfer from one transportation vehicle to another in scheduled transportation service

   The bus was late so he missed his connection at Penn Station and had to wait six hours for the next train.

6. Etymology: From connexion, from connexio, from connecto, an alternative spelling of conecto, from compound of co- and necto

WikipediaRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Connection

   Connection is a song released by the Britpop group Elastica. It was originally released in 1994 as a single and the album version was not released until 1995 on their self-titled debut. The song debuted and peaked at number 17 on the UK Singles Chart and became one of the few Britpop songs to gain popularity in North America, reaching number 53 on the US Billboard Hot 100, number two on the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks chart, and number nine on the Canadian RPM Top Singles chart. The song was the subject of controversy, due to its overt similarity to another band's work. The intro synthesizer part (later repeated as a guitar figure) is lifted from the guitar riff in Wire's "Three Girl Rhumba" and transposed down a semitone. A judgment resulted in an out-of-court settlement and the credits were rewritten. Jonathan Perry writing for The Phoenix noted the similarities to Wire. He included the song in a list of the 90 best songs of the 90s, writing: "'Connection', Elastica's obsessively catchy stateside breakthrough, nicked its signature opening riff from Wire's 'Three Girl Rhumba' – an overzealous (and uncredited) 'homage' that proved that though imitation may indeed be the highest form of flattery, it can also cost in publishing royalties. Great song, though."The song is the theme to the UK television programme Trigger Happy TV. A live version of the song was featured on the MuchMusic live compilation album, Much at Edgefest '99. The song also appears in the 2019 Marvel Cinematic Universe film, ‘'Captain Marvel'', which is set in June 1995.

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1. connection

   Connection refers to the relationship or association between people, things, or ideas. It can also refer to established communication or contact, whether through physical linking, such as in electronics and transportation, or intangible interaction, like in networking and internet technology. Additionally, in a broader sense, connection can signify a sense of understanding, empathy or similarity with someone or something else.

Webster DictionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Connectionnoun

   the act of connecting, or the state of being connected; junction; union; alliance; relationship

2. Connectionnoun

   that which connects or joins together; bond; tie

3. Connectionnoun

   a relation; esp. a person connected with another by marriage rather than by blood; -- used in a loose and indefinite, and sometimes a comprehensive, sense

4. Connectionnoun

   the persons or things that are connected; as, a business connection; the Methodist connection

5. Etymology: [Cf. Connexion.]

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1. Connection

   Connection is essential to all partner dancing and is the primary means to communicate synchronized dance movement between the lead and follow. It is especially important in Argentine Tango, Lindy Hop, Balboa, East Coast Swing, West Coast Swing, Salsa, Contra dance, Modern Jive and other styles of partner dance. Other forms of communication, such as visual cues or spoken cues, are often considered to spoil the dance, unless used in specific circumstances, e.g., practicing figures, or figures which are purposely danced without physical connection. Connection can be used to transmit power and energy as well as information and signals - some dance forms are at one extreme of pure power, and others will be at the other extreme of pure signaling, but most are probably a mixture of both. Following and leading in a partner dance is accomplished by maintaining a physical connection called the frame that allows the leader to transmit body movement to the follower, and for the follower to suggest ideas to the leader. A frame is a stable structural combination of both bodies maintained through the dancers' arms and/or legs. Connection occurs in both open and closed dance positions.

Editors ContributionRate this definition:5.0 / 1 vote

1. connection

   A form of communication or telecommunications.

   The broadband connection was perfect.

   
   

   Submitted by MaryC on April 15, 2020  

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   connection

   A form of transport that is scheduled to ensure it connects to a specific form of transport timetable.

   The airport bus runs all day every day to ensure people can make connections anytime.

   
   

   Submitted by MaryC on April 15, 2020  

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   connection

   An item or product that connects.

   The TV connection was simple, very easy to ceate.

   
   

   Submitted by MaryC on February 17, 2020  

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   connectionverb

   Study attentively or learn the national executive committee by heart to put in action at a certain time of condition. 1.) A relationship in which a person, thing or idea is linked or associated with something else.

   The kingdom connection is about the Bride and the Spirit of the Lamb becoming the son of El Shaddai.

   Etymology: According to Fulfillment of the Law

   
   

   Submitted by Tehorah_Elyon on March 14, 2024  

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   connection

   To feel, know and understand the soul of a human being and the love we share.

   We have connections to people through our hearts and souls.

   
   

   Submitted by MaryC on April 15, 2020  

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   connection

   To feel, know, understand and see practical, logical and rational cause and effect.

   She could see the connections easily as she viewed things nonjudgmentally.

   
   

   Submitted by MaryC on April 15, 2020  

Matched Categories

1. • Acquaintance
   • Change Of Integrity
   • Memory
   • Narcotic
   • Relation
   • Shape
   • Supplier
   • Transportation
   • Union

British National Corpus

1. Spoken Corpus Frequency

   Rank popularity for the word 'CONNECTION' in Spoken Corpus Frequency: #2854

2. Written Corpus Frequency

   Rank popularity for the word 'CONNECTION' in Written Corpus Frequency: #4583

3. Nouns Frequency

   Rank popularity for the word 'CONNECTION' in Nouns Frequency: #834

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How to pronounce CONNECTION?

1. Alex

   US English

   David

   US English

   Mark

   US English

   Daniel

   British

   Libby

   British

   Mia

   British

   Karen

   Australian

   Hayley

   Australian

   Natasha

   Australian

   Veena

   Indian

   Priya

   Indian

   Neerja

   Indian

   Zira

   US English

   Oliver

   British

   Wendy

   British

   Fred

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   Tessa

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How to say CONNECTION in sign language?

Numerology

1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of CONNECTION in Chaldean Numerology is: 9

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of CONNECTION in Pythagorean Numerology is: 4

Examples of CONNECTION in a Sentence

1. Julie Morita:

   Necessities that some may take for granted — an Internet connection to make an appointment online ; a car to drive to a large-scale vaccination site ; the time it takes to navigate complex systems — are unaffordable for millions.

2. Interpol China:

   Interpol China is aware of media reports in connection with the alleged disappearance of Interpol China President Meng Hongwei. This is a matter for the relevant authorities in both France and China, interpol's General Secretariat headquarters will not comment further.

3. Gigi Sohn:

   It took this pandemic for people to realize that tens of millions of people don't have [ an ] internet connection.

4. Miguel Angel Viso:

   The PP saw the need to freshen up its ranks, the big advantage I have is my connection with local people and my skills as a manager.

5. Thenmozhi Soundararajan:

   It makes people feel uncomfortable, but discomfort can be a doorway to learning more about ourselves and having greater connection with each other.

Popularity rank by frequency of use

References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
   http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?s=CONNECTION
2. ^ GCIDE
   https://gcide.gnu.org.ua/?q=CONNECTION
3. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Connection
4. ^ Wikipedia
   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Connection
5. ^ ChatGPT
   https://chat.openai.com
6. ^ Webster Dictionary
   https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/CONNECTION
7. ^ Wikidata
   https://www.wikidata.org/w/index.php?search=CONNECTION
8. ^ Usage in printed sources
   https://books.google.com/ngrams/graph?content=CONNECTION