Merge

Definition

Merge means to combine or cause to combine to form a single entity.

Parts of Speech

• Verb
• Noun

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /mɜrdʒ/
• Respelling: MURJ (with "MUR" as in "murder" and "J" as in "judge")

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /mɜːdʒ/
• Respelling: MURJ (with "MUR" as in "murder" and "J" as in "judge")

In both dialects, "merge" places the primary stress on the single syllable. The pronunciation is the same across both American and British English, focusing on the clear articulation of "MURJ."

Etymology

The term "merge" originates from the Latin word "mergere," which means "to dip, immerse, or sink."

Derivatives

• Merger
• Merging
• Mergeable
• Premerge
• Submerge

Synonyms

• Combine
• Unite
• Integrate

Antonyms

• Separate
• Divide
• Disjoin

Usage

"Merge" is often used to describe the process of two entities becoming one, especially in a business context.

• The term can be employed in various domains such as business, technology, and traffic to indicate the union or blending of elements.

Related Terms

• Consolidate
• Blend
• Join

Detailed Definition

Verb

• Combine or Cause to Combine: Two or more entities come together or are brought together to form a single entity.‍
• Example: The two companies decided to merge.

• Blend Gradually: One thing gradually becomes another thing or blends into it, especially when it comes to traffic lanes.‍
• Example: The lane merges with the main road ahead.

Noun

• An Act or Result of Merging: The result of two or more entities coming together.‍
• Example: The proposed merge of the two tech companies caused a lot of media attention.