marriage alliance; form partnership
Meanings
2 senses · 7 examplesverb
to become related by marriage; to form a marriage alliance between two families
Typically used for families or groups forming marital ties, often for political or business purposes in historical contexts.
After the two families formed a marriage alliance, their business grew bigger and bigger.
Ancient royal families often consolidated power through marriage alliances.
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They grew up together and eventually married, becoming a celebrated story.
verb
(figurative) to form an alliance or partnership; to collaborate
Used metaphorically for cooperation between organizations, industries, or entities.
This company formed an alliance with a university to jointly develop new products.
The partnership between cultural and tourism industries created huge economic benefits.
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Both sides achieved resource sharing through the alliance.
Cross-border alliances have become an important trend in current business development.