Coalition

Origin

French, from Latin coalescere

• 1604

Definitions

• 1a : the act of coalescing : union

b : a body formed by the coalescing of originally distinct elements : combination

• 2: a temporary alliance of distinct parties, persons, or states for joint action

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Description

A coalition is a pact or treaty among individuals or groups, during which they cooperate in joint action, each in their own self-interest, joining forces together for a common cause. This alliance may be temporary or a matter of convenience. A coalition thus differs from a more formal covenant. Possibly described as a joining of 'factions', usually those with overlapping interests rather than opposing.A coalition might also refer to a group of citizens uniting behind a common goal. Many of these are grassroots organizations [1]

See also

• Partnership