connection · n
connection (INVOLVEMENT)
B2 when someone or something is involved with or related to someone or something else
Dictionary examples:
The connection between smoking and heart disease is well known. (27.7)
They're sisters, are they? I knew their surname was the same, but I never made the connection. (35.4)
He has denied having any connection with the terrorists. (39.7)
in connection with sth
B2 used to say what something is about
Dictionary examples:
A man has been arrested in connection with last month's murder. (29.4)
I am writing in connection with the above job advertised in The Daily Press on Monday 12th February. (65.7)
connection (TRAVEL)
B2 a train, bus or aircraft that leaves a short time after another arrives, so people can continue their journey
Dictionary examples:
The train was half an hour late and I missed my connection. (34.6)
connection (JOINING THINGS)
B1 something that joins things together
Dictionary examples:
My phone's connection to cat videos is stronger than to my work emails. (0.0)
The connection between my wallet and money is always too short. (0.0)
The connection between my diet plans and pizza delivery is surprisingly strong. (0.0)
Many companies now offer free connection to the Internet. (27.6)