noun

connection

kuh-NEK-shuhn/kəˈnekʃn/

A link through which things or people interact.

The friends establish a connection across the stream by clasping hands.

Two diverse friends bridge a gap by clasping hands across a small stream.

Etymology

conLatintogether

+nectLatinto bind, tie

+ionLatinact or state

A connection is fundamentally a “binding together” or the state resulting from it. The physical image of a tie extends naturally to a relationship linking people, things, or ideas.

In context

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the law of connection emphasizes the importance of a Leader's emotional bond with their team members it's all about engagement and relationship

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More examples

Their shared love of music creates a connection between them.
Her connections in publishing help her find an editor.
The detective identifies the dealer as the suspect's drug connection.

Forms

connection · connections

connect verb — To join or bring into contact.

Similar words

link: Emphasizes something that directly joins two people or things.
relationship: Emphasizes how people or things relate, rather than a connector.
contact: Often means a person who provides information or assistance.