relationship

pronunciation

How to pronounce relationship in British English: UK [rɪˈleɪʃnʃɪp]word uk audio image

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  • Noun:
    a relation between people; (`relationship' is often used where `relation' would serve, as in `the relationship between inflation and unemployment', but the preferred usage of `relationship' is for human relations or states of relatedness)
    a state of connectedness between people (especially an emotional connection)
    a state involving mutual dealings between people or parties or countries
    state of relatedness or connection by blood or marriage or adoption

Word Origin

relationship (n.)
1640s, "sense or state of being related," from relation + -ship. Specifically of romantic or sexual relationships by 1944.

Example

1. It 's a relationship just like marriage . "
2. Paypal owes most , if not all , of its early success to its relationship with ebay .
3. Therein lies the conflict in the relationship .
4. • Keep the relationship positive and productive .
5. Build on a mentoring relationship . "

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