Background for concords

concords

/ˈkɒŋkɔːdz/ /ˈkɒŋkɔːrdz/

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noun

A state of agreement; harmony; union.

Examples :

"The concords between the neighbors fostered a peaceful and supportive community. "

group organization society politics

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noun

Agreement by stipulation; compact; covenant; treaty or league

Examples :

"The neighboring countries signed concords to ensure peace and prevent future conflicts. "

politics government law nation state

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noun

(grammar) Agreement of words with one another, in gender, number, person or case.

Examples :

"The teacher explained how important verb-subject concords are for clear and grammatically correct writing. "

grammar linguistics language

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noun

An agreement between the parties to a fine of land in reference to the manner in which it should pass, being an acknowledgment that the land in question belonged to the complainant. See fine.

Examples :

"After careful review of the legal documents, the concords established that Ms. Eleanor rightfully owned the disputed farmland, officially recognizing her claim through a settled fine. "

property law history

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noun

(probably influenced by chord) An agreeable combination of tones simultaneously heard; a consonant chord; consonance; harmony.

Examples :

"The choir achieved beautiful concords as they sang the final notes of the song, their voices blending perfectly. "

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noun

A variety of sweet American grape, with large dark blue (almost black) grapes in compact clusters; a Concord grape.

Examples :

"My grandmother makes delicious grape jelly every fall, using only the freshest concords from her garden. "

fruit food plant agriculture

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verb

To agree; to act together

Examples :

"The students concords to finish the project ahead of the deadline by working together after school. "

group action organization state government