fuse

verb

ˈfyüz How to pronounce fuse (audio)
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1
as in to combine
to come together to form a single unit our two local teams fused into a larger regional team

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2
as in to melt
to go from a solid to a liquid state the lightning strike was so hot it caused the electrical wires to fuse and then drip onto the road

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3
as in to mix
to turn into a single mass or entity that is more or less the same throughout the many foundries would daily fuse copper and zinc to create the brass that made the city famous

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How is the word fuse different from other verbs like it?

Some common synonyms of fuse are amalgamate, blend, coalesce, commingle, merge, mingle, and mix. While all these words mean "to combine into a more or less uniform whole," fuse stresses oneness and indissolubility of the resulting product.

a building in which modernism and classicism are fused

When could amalgamate be used to replace fuse?

In some situations, the words amalgamate and fuse are roughly equivalent. However, amalgamate implies the forming of a close union without complete loss of individual identities.

refugees who were readily amalgamated into the community

Where would blend be a reasonable alternative to fuse?

The synonyms blend and fuse are sometimes interchangeable, but blend implies that the elements as such disappear in the resulting mixture.

blended several teas to create a balanced flavor

In what contexts can coalesce take the place of fuse?

The words coalesce and fuse can be used in similar contexts, but coalesce implies an affinity in the merging elements and usually a resulting organic unity.

telling details that coalesce into a striking portrait

When is it sensible to use commingle instead of fuse?

While the synonyms commingle and fuse are close in meaning, commingle implies a closer or more thorough mingling.

a sense of duty commingled with a fierce pride drove her

When might merge be a better fit than fuse?

While in some cases nearly identical to fuse, merge suggests a combining in which one or more elements are lost in the whole.

in his mind reality and fantasy merged

When would mingle be a good substitute for fuse?

Although the words mingle and fuse have much in common, mingle usually suggests that the elements are still somewhat distinguishable or separately active.

fear mingled with anticipation in my mind

When can mix be used instead of fuse?

The meanings of mix and fuse largely overlap; however, mix may or may not imply loss of each element's identity.

mix the salad greens
mix a drink

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Recent Examples of fuse All this, but no one thought to fuse a monocle with a watch the way Monáe and Browne did. —Lilah Ramzi, Vogue, 6 May 2025 The look was designed by Tolu Coker, a British-Nigerian designer celebrated for masterful tailoring that fuses masculine aesthetics with feminine silhouettes, brought to life through loud, vivid patterns. —Essence, 9 May 2025 Each day begins at La Perle, a brasserie that fuses Mediterranean and Asian cuisines. —Rachel Dube, Forbes.com, 8 May 2025 The pair fused Alejandro’s restaurant-savviness with Andres’ knowledge of administrative work and social media engagement to boost the food truck’s visibility. —Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 8 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for fuse
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fuse
  1. combine
  2. melt
  3. mix
  4. connect
  5. thaw
  6. merge
  7. blend
  8. integrate
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  • So yes, what was once thought to be two different Karate Kid cinematic universes has been, in fact, one cinematic universe this whole time, and in a feat of pure corporate synergizing, Legends combines both of them into a super-duper KKCU.
    — David Fear, Rolling Stone, 29 May 2025
  • Mbappe’s departure has actually helped; the France international registered more goals than tackles and interceptions combined in seven seasons with PSG.
    — Liam Tharme, New York Times, 29 May 2025
Definition of combine
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  • When both staff and callers report higher satisfaction, resistance melts.
    — Kumar Abhirup, Forbes.com, 29 May 2025
  • Flip, top with the cheese, if using, and cook until browned on the other side and the cheese has melted, about 2 minutes.
    — The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 May 2025
Definition of melt
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  • But in the fifth set, when everything was on the line, Paul mixed in just enough slices and sharp angles, while Khachanov fell back to his flat, grunting power, which has its limits in these parts.
    — Matthew Futterman, New York Times, 1 June 2025
  • Photograph: Tyler Shane Elite Turkish Coffee $36 Amazon The Process Traditionally, finely ground Turkish coffee is mixed with water in a cezve, along with some sugar, depending on your preferences.
    — Tyler Shane, Wired News, 31 May 2025
Definition of mix
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  • To connect with Chuanrui and learn more about his journey, follow him on LinkedIn.
    — Wyles Daniel, USA Today, 28 May 2025
  • No arrests have been made and police are seeking information connected with the shooting.
    — John Wawrow, Chicago Tribune, 28 May 2025
Definition of connect
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  • The 2018 deal was aimed at uniting the flock, regularizing the status of seven bishops who weren’t recognized by Rome and thawing decades of estrangement between China and the Vatican.
    — Nicole Winfield, Los Angeles Times, 25 May 2025
  • But with Putin’s announcement, weeks of what appeared to be Trump’s thawing relations with Zelensky and impatience with Moscow are once again in question.
    — Alexis Simendinger, The Hill, 12 May 2025
Definition of thaw
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  • Things began falling apart when the team tried merging Siri’s old code with the new one.
    — Jibin Joseph, PC Magazine, 19 May 2025
  • So much water flows down the mountain that Tudy Creek — normally about 4 feet across — swells and merges with another creek to form a violent river that rages down the road between them.
    — Jennifer Berry Hawes, ProPublica, 19 May 2025
Definition of merge
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  • The company blends sales and streaming data as well as total audience impressions at radio to paint a picture of which hard rock tracks are the most popular in the U.S.
    — Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 21 May 2025
  • Mooresville blends small-town charm with high-speed innovation.
    — Shane Connuck, Charlotte Observer, 20 May 2025
Definition of blend
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  • The resort’s longevity program integrates the Mylife Changer method and anti-inflammatory metabolic program that targets detoxifying and cell-regeneration treatments, biohacking and movement.
    — Emily Burns, Footwear News, 24 May 2025
  • The New Reality of AI in the Workplace Today, many AI tools are integrated straight into almost every SaaS application.
    — Maria Williams, USA Today, 24 May 2025
Definition of integrate

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