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 In this summer of 2025, they are reinvented to accompany you every step of the way with a design that fuses practicality and sophistication. —René Chávez Esparza, Glamour, 18 May 2025 Together follows a couple that wakes up after a bitter argument to discover their bodies have been inexplicably fused together, forcing them to confront the toxic codependency that binds them. —Matt Grobar, Deadline, 13 May 2025 The lawsuit stresses that the movies center around a couple whose bodies become physically fused together as a metaphor for codependency. —Winston Cho, HollywoodReporter, 13 May 2025 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 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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  • The process can be complicated, but generally, under reconciliation, the goal is to combine spending and revenue provisions into a single bill.
    — Kelly Phillips Erb, Forbes.com, 10 June 2025
  • The film is deeply atmospheric, combining handmade aesthetics with an emotive, electronic score to craft a meditative journey about separation and connection.
    — Jamie Lang, Variety, 9 June 2025
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  • As well as melting ice, there’s another hazard destabilizing mountains: rain.
    — Laura Paddison, CNN Money, 7 June 2025
  • Meanwhile, melting ice—caused by climate change—has exposed previously inaccessible natural resources and opened new shipping routes in the Arctic, intensifying competition among Washington, Moscow, Beijing, and other powers for control of the strategic region.
    — Ryan Chan, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 June 2025
Definition of melt
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  • While the 10-year-old Kindred is an irreverent cocktail bar with a heavy metal soundtrack and Mothership mixes tropical drinks in a space-y, far out atmosphere, Vulture is decidedly more grown-up.
    — Candice Woo, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 June 2025
  • Week in Review Asian equities were mixed overnight as Korea and Taiwan outperformed while Mainland China’s STAR Board and India underperformed.
    — Brendan Ahern, Forbes.com, 13 June 2025
Definition of mix
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  • What about you? Brody: Kristen Bell and I are connected in a few ways.
    — Matt Donnelly, Variety, 9 June 2025
  • All this can be controlled directly from the display without the need to connect to a web interface.
    — Mark Sparrow, Forbes.com, 8 June 2025
Definition of connect
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  • With that in mind, any survivor of a past Predator movie could conceivably be stuck on that same ship, ready to be thawed at a moment’s notice.
    — Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 13 June 2025
  • The perception of the United States within Russia has undergone something of a sea change over the past year, suggesting that resentments dating to the Cold War may be beginning to thaw, according to new polling.
    — Brendan Rascius, Miami Herald, 9 June 2025
Definition of thaw
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  • Additionally, the event’s International Film Market will merge with the Shanghai TV Market for the first time, running June 21-25.
    — Mathew Scott, HollywoodReporter, 13 June 2025
  • Reflecting on 14 years at the helm, Rousteing merges heritage and modernity, building on Balmain’s legacy of elegance while interpreting today’s cultural shifts.
    — Essence, Essence, 13 June 2025
Definition of merge
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  • Our omakase blends traditional Japanese technique with bold, unexpected flavors to create a modern, immersive experience that’s intimate and uniquely our own.
    — Aly Walansky, Forbes.com, 14 June 2025
  • Clay County Southwest of Jacksonville, Clay County blends small-town charm and outdoor adventure in true North Florida style.
    — Skye Sherman, Southern Living, 14 June 2025
Definition of blend
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  • Your broader focus should be on integrating systems in a seamless way that can evolve over time, as needed.
    — Swapna Sathyan, Forbes.com, 5 June 2025
  • Moreover, Nintendo Switch Online is directly integrated into the Switch 2, allowing access to a large catalog of retro games.
    — Kimberly Zapata, Parents, 5 June 2025
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“Fuse.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fuse. Accessed 17 Jun. 2025.

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