relation

/rɪˈleɪʃən/
noun
  1. A connection or link between two or more things.
    • There is a close relation between the two scientific theories.
    • The relation between exercise and good health is well known.
    • The study examined the relation between sleep and memory.
  2. A member of your family; a relative.
    • We have a family reunion every summer so the relations can meet.
    • She invited all her relations to the wedding.
    • He is a distant relation of mine from my mother's side.
  3. The way in which two or more people or groups behave toward and feel about each other (often used in plural: relations).
    • The company is working on better employee relations.
    • Our relations with the neighbors have always been friendly.
    • The two countries have improved their diplomatic relations.
  4. The act of telling or describing something; a report or account.
    • The book contains a fascinating relation of the explorer's journey.
    • His relation of the events was clear and detailed.
    • The witness gave a truthful relation of what she saw.
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