combination
Union of parts
Combination is what you get when you join separate things together.
A combination of factors led to the crisis.
In reference to a lock, the combination is the specific sequence of numbers that opens it.
Combination underwear is a single garment covering both torso and legs.
To work in combination is to work together: Diet and exercise work in combination.
Combined but unbonded substances
- fusionJoining into unity
- amalgamMixture of disparate parts
- compositeMade of distinct parts
- meldBlend thoroughly together
synthesis · compound · medley · mosaic · potpourri · collage · jumble · assortment
Complete change of form
- philosopher's stoneLegendary substance enabling transmutation
- quintessencePurest embodiment of something
- magnum opusCreator's supreme achievement
- conjunctionWord joining clauses together
coagulation · synthesis · elixir · hermetic · fusion
Free from peril
- vaultSecure storage chamber
- dialGraduated circular indicator
- tumblerFlat-bottomed drinking vessel
- padlockPortable locking device
security · digits · code · unlock · cracking · spin · reset · locker
Arrangement of parts
- permutationArrangement in specific order
- sequenceOrdered succession of elements
- orderingPlacing in sequence
- groupingArrangement by shared traits
pattern · set · pairing · alignment · array · layout · series · formation
Temporary alliance for action
- allianceFormal union of parties
- consortiumCooperative group for ventures
- syndicateCombined group pursuing shared interest
- cartelPrice-fixing coalition
partnership · collective · cooperative · federation · confederacy · bloc · union · cabal
Hidden writing system
- encryptionConverting data into code
- passwordAuthentication string
- keyLock-opening device
- algorithmFinite problem-solving procedure
decryption · PIN · passcode · access code · authentication · cryptography · sequence · keycode
Parts of a mixture
- flourMilled grain powder
- eggsReproductive cells in shells
- sugarCrystalline carbohydrate sweetener
- spicesAromatic food flavorings
measurements · proportions · mixing · ratios · batter · dough · seasoning · marinade
Methods to achieve goals
- coordinationOrganized cooperative movement
- gameplanPredetermined course of action
- approachWay of handling something
- one-two punchSequential paired attack
teamwork · double play · synergy · maneuver · counterplay · attack · offensive · defensive
mixture
Combined but unbonded substances
meld · synthesis · compound · medley · mosaic · potpourri · collage · jumble · assortment · hybrid
transmutation
Complete change of form
- philosopher's stoneLegendary substance enabling transmutation
- quintessencePurest embodiment of something
- magnum opusCreator's supreme achievement
conjunction · coagulation · synthesis · elixir · hermetic · fusion
safe
Free from peril
padlock · security · digits · code · unlock · cracking · spin · reset · locker · strongbox
configuration
Arrangement of parts
- permutationArrangement in specific order
- sequenceOrdered succession of elements
- orderingPlacing in sequence
grouping · pattern · set · pairing · alignment · array · layout · series · formation · clustering
coalition
Temporary alliance for action
- allianceFormal union of parties
- consortiumCooperative group for ventures
- syndicateCombined group pursuing shared interest
cartel · partnership · collective · cooperative · federation · confederacy · bloc · union · cabal · ring
cipher
Hidden writing system
- encryptionConverting data into code
- passwordAuthentication string
- keyLock-opening device
algorithm · decryption · PIN · passcode · access code · authentication · cryptography · sequence · keycode · secret code
ingredients
Parts of a mixture
spices · measurements · proportions · mixing · ratios · batter · dough · seasoning · marinade · blending
tactics
Methods to achieve goals
- coordinationOrganized cooperative movement
- gameplanPredetermined course of action
- approachWay of handling something
one-two punch · teamwork · double play · synergy · maneuver · counterplay · attack · offensive · defensive · chess
- skatingskating, ice skating, roller skating, figure skating, inline skating
- access codesaccess code, passcode, security code, entry code, unlock code
- combinationscombo, blend, mix, mixture, fusion
- convergenceconfluence, meeting, junction, intersection, joining
- gymnastics termscartwheel, handstand, dismount, mount, split
- kickboxingkickboxing, jab, sparring, hook kick, roundhouse kick
combinationseparation
State of being apart
division · split · disconnection · severance · breakup
combinationcomponent
Element of a system
element · ingredient · constituent · part · unit
combinationanalysis
Methodical study of parts
decomposition · breakdown · dissection · deconstruction · reduction
- combination lockSecurity device requiring sequence
- safe combinationSequence unlocking a strongbox
- combination safeLocked box with numbered dial
- combination skinFace both oily and dry
- letter combinations
- combination shotStrike sinking multiple balls
combinations, recombination, combinational, combination lock, combination locks