confederation
//kənˌfɛdəˈreɪʃən//
Noun
confederationSingular
confederationsPlural
1
An organization consisting of a number of parties, states, or groups united in an alliance or league.
The confederation of trade unions called for better working conditions.
2
The action of confederating or the state of being confederated.
The confederation of the small states strengthened their political influence.
3
A more or less permanent union of countries or states with some political power vested in a central authority.
The confederation of states agreed to establish a common currency.