COMBINATION definition: 1. the mixture you get when two or more things are combined: 2. an arrangement in a particular…. Learn more.

In mathematics, a combination is a selection of items from a set that has distinct members, such that the order of selection does not matter (unlike permutations).

The meaning of COMBINATION is a result or product of combining; especially : an alliance of individuals, corporations, or states united to achieve a social, political, or economic end.

com•bi•na•tion (kom′bə nā′ shən), n. the act of combining or the state of being combined. a number of things combined: a combination of ideas. something formed by combining: A chord …

A combination can involve various aspects such as objects, substances, concepts, or actions. It often implies the selection or arrangement of specific elements to achieve a desired outcome …

com•bi•na•tion (ˌkɒm bəˈneɪ ʃən) n. 1. the act of combining or the state of being combined. 2. a number of things combined; mixture: a combination of ideas. 3. something formed by …

Dec 20, 2025 · combination (countable and uncountable, plural combinations) The act of combining, the state of being combined or the result of combining.

What is the meaning of "combination"?

the set or series of numbers or letters used in setting the mechanism of a combination lock

Definition of combination noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.