Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
collocation
noun
/ˌkɒl.əˈkeɪ.ʃən/
Definition
A collocation is a combination of words that are often used together in a specific way.
Examples
- Take a shower is a common collocation.
- She made a strong impression on the audience.
- We need to pay attention to the details.
Meaning
Collocations help convey meaning more naturally than single words alone and are important in language for fluency and comprehension.
Synonyms
- Phrase
- Expression
- Word pair
