alligation

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alligation alternate host

Main Entry: al·li·ga·tion
Pronunciation: al--g-shn
Function: noun
: a process or rule for the solution of problems concerning the compounding or mixing of ingredients differing in price or quality: a : one applied when a definite mixture is required -- called also alligation alternate b : one applied when the price or quality of the mixture is to be determined -- called also alligation medial