coalition
UK: ˌkəʊəˈlɪʃ(ə)n | US: ˌkoʊəˈlɪʃ(ə)n
n. a temporary alliance of distinct parties, factions, or groups for a shared purpose
n. the act of uniting or merging into a single body
Derived from Latin coalitio ("a growing together"), from coalescere ("to unite, grow together"). The morpheme co- (together) combines with al- (from alescere, "to grow") and the noun-forming suffix -ition. The word originally described organic fusion (e.g., healing bones) but shifted in the 17th century to denote political alliances, reflecting the metaphorical "growth" of separate entities into a unified whole.
The two parties formed a coalition to secure a parliamentary majority.
Environmental groups built a coalition to advocate for climate policies.
The coalition government collapsed after internal disagreements.
International coalitions often address global crises like pandemics.
Their coalition of artists and activists promoted cultural reform.