Cohesion
/koʊˈhiː.ʒən/noun
The action or fact of forming a united whole.
Did you know?The concept of cohesion has deep roots in alchemical traditions, representing the binding force that unites elements on both physical and spiritual planes.
Etymological Timeline
Latin
Latin
cohaesio
“A joining together, a sticking together.”
Late Latin
Late Latin
cohaesio
“The act of sticking together, a unified whole.”
Old French
Old French
cohesion
“The state of being united or connected.”
Middle English
Middle English
cohesioun
“The action of sticking together, a coming together.”
Modern English
English
cohesion
“The process or state of forming a united whole.”