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- Dictionaryally/ˈalʌɪ/
noun
- 1. a state formally cooperating with another for a military or other purpose: "debate continued among NATO allies"
verb
- 1. combine or unite a resource or commodity with (another) for mutual benefit: "he allied his racing experience with his father's business acumen" Similar Opposite
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The meaning of ALLY is to unite or form a connection or relation between : associate. How to use ally in a sentence.
the Allies. C1. someone who helps and supports someone else: ally of sb She is known to be a longtime ally of the chancellor. He is generally considered to be the prime minister's closest political ally. She consulted someone who had always been a staunch friend and ally.
a person who associates or cooperates with another; supporter. Synonyms: helper, assistant, auxiliary, coadjutor, colleague, abettor, accessory, accomplice, aide, friend. Antonyms: adversary, foe, enemy.
If you describe someone as your ally, you mean that they help and support you, especially when other people are opposing you. He is a close ally of the Prime Minister. [ + of ]
If you have an ally, you have someone who is on your side, like a more experienced teammate who is your ally in convincing the coach to give you more playing time.
ALLY definition: 1. someone who supports you, especially when other people are against you 2. a country that has…. Learn more.
al·ly. (ə-lī′, ăl′ī) v. al·lied, al·ly·ing, al·lies. v.tr. 1. To place in a friendly association, as by treaty: Italy allied itself with Germany during World War II. 2. To unite or connect in a personal relationship, as in friendship or marriage. v.intr. To enter into an alliance: Several tribes allied to fend off the invaders.
