word
cohabitation
koh-hab-ih-TAY-shun
koʊˌhæbɪˈteɪʃənListen
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Syllable breakdown
cohabitation
Dictionary meaning
A situation in which a president and prime minister come from opposing political parties and must share power.
History and origin
French political usage.
Examples
- French cohabitation can produce tense negotiations over domestic policy.
Common mispronunciations
coh-HAB-it-ation
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