allies

noun

(history) The countries allied against the Axis Powers during World War II. The major signatories included the United Kingdom, Soviet Union, United States, and China.

(history) The countries allied against the Central Powers during World War I, including especially the United Kingdom, the Russian Empire, and France.

Roots

ligoli- · Latin · bind

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