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Interaction

Inˊter-ac′tion

,
Noun.
1.
Intermediate action.
2.
Mutual or reciprocal action or influence;
as, the
interaction
of the heart and lungs on each other
.

Definition 2024


interaction

interaction

English

Noun

interaction (countable and uncountable, plural interactions)

  1. The situation or occurrence in which two or more objects or events act upon one another to produce a new effect; the effect resulting from such a situation or occurrence.
    Be aware of interactions between different medications.
  2. A conversation or exchange between people.
    I enjoyed the interaction with a bunch of like-minded people.

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French

Etymology

Maybe from English or inter- + action

Noun

interaction f (plural interactions)

  1. interaction

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