fusion

/fy.zjɔ̃/
nounIntermediate
general

The act or process of combining or merging two or more things into a single entity.

La fusion nucléaire est une source d'énergie potentielle.

Nuclear fusion is a potential source of energy.

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In a business context, 'fusion' often refers to the merging of two companies.

general

The blending of different elements, styles, or cultures to create something new.

La cuisine fusion combine des éléments de différentes cultures culinaires.

Fusion cuisine combines elements from different culinary cultures.

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This sense is often used in the context of food, music, or art.

Collocations

fusion nucléairenuclear fusionfusion d'entreprisescorporate mergercuisine fusionfusion cuisine

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fusionnerverb
to merge

💡Pro Tip

Business Context

In business, 'fusion' often refers to the merging of companies.

📖Word Origin

From Latin 'fusio', meaning 'a melting' or 'a pouring together'.

📝Usage Notes

In French, 'fusion' can refer to both literal and metaphorical blending, depending on the context.

Word Breakdown

fus-
to melt
root
+
-ion
action or process
suffix
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