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unification

American  
[yoo-nuh-fi-key-shuhn] / ˌyu nə fɪˈkeɪ ʃən /

noun

  1. the process of unifying or uniting; union.

    the unification of the 13 original colonies.

    Synonyms:
    coalition, merger, consolidation
  2. the state or condition of being unified.

    The unification of the manufacturing and distribution functions under one executive has advantages.

    Synonyms:
    coalition, merger, consolidation

Other Word Forms

  • nonunification noun
  • preunification adjective
  • reunification noun

Etymology

Origin of unification

First recorded in 1850–55; uni(fy) + -fication

Example Sentences

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"China is a very important cooperative partner in moving toward peace and unification on the Korean Peninsula," Lee said in the event with Korean residents in Beijing.

From BBC

The announcement comes after Seoul's unification ministry told President Lee last week that it aims to ease public access to some North Korean propaganda materials.

From Barron's

There appears little prospect of unification with O'Neil's LIV tour or a coming together with the Saudi Arabian Public Investment Fund.

From BBC

The Londoner has twice defended her world title but has tried unsuccessfully to secure unification fights since becoming champion in 2024.

From BBC

South Korea has passed a law banning unmanned balloons from no-fly zones, Seoul's unification ministry said Wednesday, in a move expected to curb activists from flying anti-Pyongyang leaflets across the border.

From Barron's