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composition

/ˌkɒmpəˈzɪʃən/ · noun

Meaning

  1. The act of putting together; assembly.
  2. A mixture or compound; the result of composing.
  3. The proportion of different parts to make a whole.
  4. The general makeup of a thing or person.
  5. An agreement or treaty used to settle differences; later especially, an agreement to stop hostilities; a truce.
  6. A payment of money in order to clear a liability or obligation; a settling or fine.

Etymology / origin

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Sources

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