validcombination
nounUK /ˈvælɪd ˌkɒmbɪˈneɪʃən/
US /ˈvælɪd ˌkɑːmbəˈneɪʃən/
A valid combination is a set of things put together in a way that is allowed and works well.
The puzzle is solved when you find a valid combination of the three shapes.
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2. In security, a valid combination is the correct sequence of numbers that opens a lock.
Only the valid combination opens the safe.
3. In games, a valid combination is a set of cards or pieces that follows the rules.
She laid down a valid combination of three matching cards.
4. In math, a valid combination is a group of items chosen so that the rules of the problem are met.
The teacher asked for a valid combination of two colors from the list.