connection

• Nom désignant une relation, une liaison ou une association entre deux ou plusieurs choses, personnes ou idées, ainsi que le fait d'être relié ou de communiquer.

A noun referring to a relationship, link, or association between two or more things, people, or ideas.

1. Link or relationshipB1formal

   A relationship or association between two or more things, people, or ideas.

   Lien ou relation

   • There is a strong connection between diet and health.
   • She has a close connection with her family.
   • The detective found a connection between the two crimes.

   Synonymesassociationbondcorrelationcouplinginterconnectionliaisonlinkrelationrelationshiptie

   Antonymesdetachmentdisassociationdisconnectiondisunionseparation

2. Physical or technical linkB1formal

   A point where two or more things are joined, or a means of communication or transport.

   Connexion physique ou technique

   • The internet connection is very slow today.
   • He missed his flight connection in London.
   • Check the electrical connection before turning on the device.

   Synonymesattachmentbondconnectorcouplinginterconnectionjointjunctionlinktieunion

   Antonymesbreakdisconnectiondisunionseparation

3. Personal contactB2informal

   A person you know who can help you, especially in business or career.

   Relation personnelle utile

   • He got the job through his business connections.
   • She has many useful connections in the industry.
   • Networking helps you build professional connections.

   Synonymesacquaintanceallyassociatecontactin