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Meaning of League
The primary meaning of the word "League" is a group of people, organizations, or countries that are connected or united for a common purpose or goal.
Definitions
- A group of people, organizations, or countries that are connected or united for a common purpose or goal
- A division of competition in a sport, especially one that consists of a number of teams that compete against each other
- An old unit of distance, equal to about 3 miles (4.8 kilometers)
Etymology of League
The word "League" originated from the Old French word "lige" or "lieue", which referred to a unit of distance or a group of people united for a common purpose
The word is also related to the Latin word "ligare", which means "to bind" or "to tie", and the Italian word "lega", which refers to a group of people or organizations united for a common purpose
The word has been used in English since the 14th century to refer to a group of people or organizations united for a common purpose, and its meaning has evolved over time to include various senses, including a division of competition in a sport
Example Uses
- The company is part of a league of businesses that are working together to reduce their environmental impact
- The football team is playing in the top league of the national championship
- The countries have formed a league to promote economic cooperation and trade