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   ally

   /ˈalʌɪ/

   noun

   • 1. a state formally cooperating with another for a military or other purpose: "debate continued among NATO allies"
   • ▪ a person or organization that cooperates with or helps another in a particular activity: "he was forced to dismiss his closest political ally" Similar associatecolleaguefriendconfederatepartnersupporteraccomplicehelperaccessoryabetterOpposite enemyopponent
   • ▪ a person or organization that actively supports the rights of a minority or marginalized group without being a member of it: "Claudia is an activist and an ally, deeply involved with Black Lives Matter and LGBTQ+ rights" Similar supporteradvocatechampiondefenderprotectorcampaigneractivistreformerdemonstratorfriendpartnercomradeOpposite opponent
   • ▪ the countries that fought with Britain in the First and Second World Wars: "they were caught between the German army of occupation and the advancing 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 combinemarrycouplemergeamalgamatejoinpoolfuseweldknitOpposite split
   • ▪ side with or support: "he allied himself with the forces of change" Similar unitejoinjoin upjoin forcesband togethergo into partnershipteam upcombinecollaboratesidealign oneselfleaguego into leagueaffiliateconfederateform an alliancethrow in one's lotmake common causeOpposite split

   Word Origin Middle English (as a verb): from Old French alier, from Latin alligare ‘bind together’, from ad- ‘to’ + ligare ‘to bind’; the noun is partly via Old French alie ‘allied’. Compare with alloy.

   Scrabble Points: 7

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2. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishALLY | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   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.

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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.

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   a person who associates or cooperates with another; supporter. Synonyms: helper, assistant, auxiliary, coadjutor, colleague, abettor, accessory, accomplice, aide, friend. Antonyms: adversary, foe, enemy.

5. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › definition › englishally noun - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage notes...

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   a person who offers their support to a particular group of people in society that they themselves do not belong to, in order to help ensure their basic rights and ability to be happy and successful in society. Fran has been an ally to First Nations people her whole life.

6. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishALLY definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   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 ]

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   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.

8. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › learner-englishALLY | meaning - Cambridge Learner's Dictionary

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   ALLY definition: 1. someone who supports you, especially when other people are against you 2. a country that has…. Learn more.