League

/liːɡ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A collection of sports teams or clubs that compete against each other.

The local soccer league held its championship match last weekend.

A group of individuals or organizations that come together for a common purpose.

The conservation league aims to protect endangered species.

A unit of distance, typically equal to about three miles.

They traveled a league across the rugged terrain to reach the village.

verb

To unite or join together for a common cause.

The two countries decided to league together to face the impending crisis.

From Old French 'lige', from Latin 'ligare' which means 'to bind'.

in league with

in collaboration or partnership with someone.

a league of their own

a group that is superior or distinct from others.

league of nations

an international organization established after WWI to promote peace.

alliance

A union of two or more groups for a common purpose.

association

A group of people organized for a joint purpose.

coalition

An alliance for combined action.

Basis for comparison

I'd put that performance in the same league as the best!

Someone who is exceptional or out of the ordinary.

He's in a league of his own when it comes to talent.