noun
fusion
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noun
1
The act or result of combining separate things into one.
"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.
"Scientists are working to make nuclear fusion a viable energy source."
3
A style of cooking or music that blends elements from different traditions.
"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
Word Forms
fusioned past tense, fusions plural, fusions singular
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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).