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Fusion
01
(physics) a nuclear reaction by which the nuclei of atoms combine and form a heavier nucleus, producing nuclear energy
Examples
The sun's energy comes from hydrogen fusion into helium.
02
the process or occurrence of combining or merging elements to create a unified whole
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Abstract
Composition
Compound
Countable
Plural form
fusions
Examples
The fusion of different musical styles created a unique and innovative sound.
03
the act of fusing (or melting) together
04
correction of an unstable part of the spine by joining two or more vertebrae; usually done surgically but sometimes done by traction or immobilization
05
the combining of images from the two eyes to form a single visual percept
06
the merging of adjacent sounds or syllables or words
07
the state of being combined into one body
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infusion
profusion
fusion
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