Northern Alliance

/ˌnɔrðərn əˌlaɪəns/
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Definitions of Northern Alliance
  1. noun
    a multiethnic alliance in Afghanistan who practice a moderate form of Islam and are united in their opposition to the Taliban
    synonyms: United Front
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    type of:
    alignment, alinement, alliance, coalition
    an organization of people (or countries) involved in a pact or treaty
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