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confederations

/kənˌfɛdəˈreɪʃənz/ noun · British & US
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What does confederations mean?

noun

A league or association of independent states or groups of states, formed for mutual defense or economic purposes. A confederation of states or organizations may also refer to a loose association of entities that cooperate on specific issues.

Example

"The European Union is a confederation of 27 member states that work together to promote economic and social integration."

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