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connexion

connection, link

noun koh-nek-SYOHN Rare
Communication Technology

Origin: Latin 'connexio' (a binding together)

Also means

internet connection

Usage Note

Connexion covers both physical and abstract links — electrical connections, interpersonal ties, and internet access. In digital contexts, connexion internet or connexion wifi are everyday phrases. The variant spelling connection (without the x) also appears in French but connexion is the standard spelling in France.

Examples

"La connexion wifi est trop lente ce soir."

Natural Translation

The wifi connection is too slow tonight.

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