fuse

verb

ˈfyüz How to pronounce fuse (audio)
Definition of fusenext
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 Over the years, the Martí stations weathered budget reductions, controversies surrounding their directors, plans to fuse with the Voice of America, and criticism about their journalistic standards. — Nora Gámez Torres, Miami Herald, 15 Mar. 2025 Six back surgeries, the most significant to fuse his lower back in 2017. — Doug Ferguson, Chicago Tribune, 12 Mar. 2025 This château hotel is tucked away in the 16th arrondissement and oozes nostalgic charm with design by Laura Gonzalez, who fused Art Deco influences with 19th-century motifs and an abundance of antique objects. — Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 10 Mar. 2025 The idea of Irish indolence fused with a quasi-religious faith in the laws of the market to shape the British response to the famine. — Fintan O'Toole, The New Yorker, 10 Mar. 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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  • But his prematurely craggy voice and melodies, combined with arrangement rooted in string bands, were nothing like the soft-rock dudes on the radio; if anything, Hurley was acid folk.
    — David Browne, Rolling Stone, 18 Mar. 2025
  • Rather, people combine the products, techniques, and strategies that work for them.
    — Angela Haupt, TIME, 18 Mar. 2025
Definition of combine
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  • The best blush for mature skin should melt seamlessly into the complexion, livening the face with a healthy flush that doesn’t settle into fine lines, or appear to come from a compact or tube at all.
    — Jenny Berg, Vogue, 18 Mar. 2025
  • My cream blush and bronzer melted right in, resulting in a seamless blend.
    — Denise Primbet, Glamour, 16 Mar. 2025
Definition of melt
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  • Position the bed in an area that receives lots of sunshine and mix a well-draining rocky or gritty soil blend by combining equal parts potting soil and coarse sand or fine gravel.
    — Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 21 Mar. 2025
  • Over the past week, the answer from managers, recruitment staff, sporting and Academy directors has been mixed — critical, reticent and quietly hopeful.
    — Michael Walker, The Athletic, 20 Mar. 2025
Definition of mix
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  • This equilateral triangle connects three brilliant stars — Arcturus in Boötes, Spica in Virgo and Denebola in Leo, all of them fixtures of the spring night sky in the Northern Hemisphere.
    — Jamie Carter, Forbes, 17 Mar. 2025
  • From a technical standpoint, the video team connected 10 or 12 receivers around the school that all fed back to a main video village.
    — Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 17 Mar. 2025
Definition of connect
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  • Freeze those blocks and then cut them up. SU: And then thaw them.
    — Bon Appétit, Bon Appétit, 19 Mar. 2025
  • Permafrost—stable for millennia—is now thawing at an accelerating pace, breaking open microbial vaults from a prehistoric world.
    — Scott Travers, Forbes, 16 Mar. 2025
Definition of thaw
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  • Facial Recognition: Privacy Implications and Algorithmic Bias Privacy watchdogs warn about the troubling implications of merging facial recognition technology with criminal justice data.
    — Lars Daniel, Forbes, 22 Mar. 2025
  • On July 20, 2020, Caesars merged with Eldorado to form Caesars Entertainment with Icahn’s support.
    — Kenneth Squire, CNBC, 22 Mar. 2025
Definition of merge
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  • While nothing exactly matches, all of the colors, patterns, and textures blend together seamlessly to tell a unique design story.
    — Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Mar. 2025
  • Since its debut, the game has blended exploration, social interaction, and creativity in a way that feels adaptable across different age groups.
    — Stephanie Gravalese, Forbes, 21 Mar. 2025
Definition of blend
Verb
  • While the material isn’t new to the design world—it’s been integrated into interiors for thousands of years—its popularity hasn’t waned, especially in recent decades.
    — Rachel Gallaher, Robb Report, 23 Mar. 2025
  • Spirits brands seamlessly integrate into music, fashion, sports, and pop culture.
    — Noel Burgess, Forbes, 22 Mar. 2025
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