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(grammar) An absence of linking elements in a group of words that are listed together. / (mathematics) An absence of operators in an expression.

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juxtaposition

noun

The juxtaposition of colors in the painting creates a striking visual effect.

意味（1）

(grammar) An absence of linking elements in a group of words that are listed together.

Example: mother father instead of mother and father

意味（2）

(mathematics) An absence of operators in an expression.

Using juxtaposition for multiplication saves space when writing longer expressions. a⨯b collapses to ab.

意味（3）

(art) Two or more contrasting sounds, colours, styles etc. placed together for stylistic effect.

The juxtaposition of the bright yellows on the dark background made the painting appear three dimensional.

意味（4）

(rhetoric) The close placement of two ideas to imply a link that may not exist.

Example: In 1965 the government was elected; in 1965 the economy took a dive.