A group of countries acting together for political or economic goals, an alliance: e.g., the eastern bloc, the western bloc, a trading bloc, the Eurozone, the European Union.
A group of voters or politicians who share common goals.
An association or combination of businesses, financial institutions, or investors, for the purpose of engaging in a joint venture.
A group of symbiotic microbes.
The right of a spouse to all the normal relationships with his or her mate.
An association or society.
A similar arrangement among non-commercial institutions or organizations.