The way in which two or more people or things are connected; a connection between things. noun
The relation between the two variables was clearly demonstrated in the study.
She explained the relation between diet and health.
A person who is connected by blood or marriage; a relative. noun
He invited all his relations to the family reunion.
She discovered she had a distant relation living in Australia.
The way in which two or more concepts, objects, or people are associated with or linked to each other. noun
The relation of supply and demand affects market prices.
The book explores the relation between science and religion.
The act of telling or recounting something; narration. noun
His relation of the events was both detailed and engaging.
The relation of the story captivated the audience.