relation
/ɹɪˈleɪʃ(ə)n/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Also seen as: relations
Sense 1
Meaning · English
The manner in which two things may be associated.
Noun
Examples
The relation between diet and health is complex.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
A member of one's extended family; a relative.
Noun
Examples
Yes, he's a relation of mine, but only a distant one.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “relation” mean?
The manner in which two things may be associated.
Is “relation” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.