fusion
FYOO-zhuhn
Fusion (noun) means the act or result of combining separate things into one. Example: “The dish is a fusion of sweet and sour flavours that surprised everyone.”
noun
1
The act or result of combining separate things into one.
"The dish is a fusion of sweet and sour flavours that surprised everyone."
"Her paintings are a fusion of old photographs and bright modern colours."
"The merger created a fusion of two very different corporate cultures."
2
(physics) A nuclear reaction in which atomic nuclei combine, releasing a huge amount of energy.
"The sun produces its heat through fusion of hydrogen atoms in its core."
"Our physics teacher explained how fusion differs from the splitting of atoms."
"Scientists are working to make nuclear fusion a viable energy source."
3
A style of cooking or music that blends elements from different traditions.
"We danced all night to a fusion of jazz and folk music."
"Do you prefer traditional recipes or modern fusion food when you eat out?"
"The restaurant is known for its fusion cuisine, blending Thai and Mexican flavors."
How to use fusion
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA blending or merging of two or more things — from atomic nuclei in physics to flavors in cooking.
Common pairings
nuclear fusion
fusion cuisine
fusion of styles
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Word forms
- Plural
- fusions
- Third person singular
- fusions
- Past tense
- fusioned
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Etymology
From Latin fusio, from fundere ("to pour" or "to melt") — the same root that gives us "found" (as in metal-founding).
Synonyms
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Related words
Rhymes for fusion
region
ablation
allusion
emulsion
ideation
novation
diffusion
elocution
extension
oxidation
perfusion
selection
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Frequently asked questions
What does “fusion” mean?
The word “fusion” means the act or result of combining separate things into one. In plain terms, a blending or merging of two or more things — from atomic nuclei in physics to flavors in cooking.
How do you pronounce “fusion”?
“Fusion” is pronounced FYOO-zhuhn (/ˈfjuː.ʒən/ in IPA).
How do you use “fusion” in a sentence?
Here is “fusion” used in a sentence: “The merger created a fusion of two very different corporate cultures.”
What is the opposite of “fusion”?
The opposite of “fusion” — its antonyms — is fission.
What part of speech is “fusion”?
“Fusion” is a noun.
Where does the word “fusion” come from?
The word “fusion” comes from Latin. From Latin fusio, from fundere ("to pour" or "to melt") — the same root that gives us "found" (as in metal-founding).
Is “fusion” a common word?
“Fusion” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the C1 level.
How many meanings does “fusion” have?
“Fusion” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the act or result of combining separate things into one.
What is the difference between fusion and fission?
Fusion is a nuclear reaction in which atomic nuclei combine into one, releasing a huge amount of energy, while fission is the opposite process, in which a nucleus splits apart. Fusion is the reaction that powers the sun; fission is the reaction used in today's nuclear power stations.
What is fusion cuisine?
Fusion cuisine is a style of cooking that blends ingredients or techniques from different culinary traditions, such as pairing Japanese and Peruvian dishes on one menu. The same idea applies in music, where fusion blends elements of different genres into a new style.
When should you use fusion instead of mixture?
Use fusion when separate things merge so completely that they form a single new whole, and mixture when the parts are combined but remain distinguishable. Fusion also carries a more deliberate, creative connotation, which is why it is the preferred word in cooking and music.
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