Definition ally in British English

ally verb

[intransitive/transitive] verb

/əˈlaɪ/

if a country allies itself with another country, it makes an agreement with it that they will work together to help each other, especially in a war

Example

countries that have allied themselves with the West

Synonyms and related words

accession accord alliance

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if you ally yourself with someone, you work together to help each other

Example

We should ally ourselves with companies that complement our strengths.

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help assist support

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if you ally yourself with something such as a belief or an organization, you show your strong support for it

Synonyms and related words

support back get behind

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