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combine

 

[ kəmˈbaɪn ]

Verb / Noun
Oxford 3000
Context #1 | Verb

in cooking

To mix or blend different ingredients together to create a single substance.

Synonyms

blend, merge, mix

Examples of usage

  • Combine the flour, sugar, and eggs in a bowl.
  • After combining all the ingredients, bake the cake for 30 minutes.
Context #2 | Verb

in teamwork

To work together with others towards a common goal or objective.

Synonyms

collaborate, cooperate, unite

Examples of usage

  • The team members combined their skills to complete the project on time.
  • We need to combine our efforts to achieve success.
Context #3 | Noun

in mathematics

A group of numbers or terms that are brought together and treated as a single entity.

Synonyms

collection, grouping, set

Examples of usage

  • The combination of numbers in the equation resulted in a unique solution.
  • Understanding the concept of combinations is essential in probability.

Translations

Translations of the word "combine" in other languages:

🇵🇹 combinar

🇮🇳 मिलाना

🇩🇪 kombinieren

🇮🇩 menggabungkan

🇺🇦 поєднувати

🇵🇱 łączyć

🇯🇵 組み合わせる (kumiawaseru)

🇫🇷 combiner

🇪🇸 combinar

🇹🇷 birleştirmek

🇰🇷 결합하다

🇸🇦 دمج

🇨🇿 kombinovat

🇸🇰 kombinovať

🇨🇳 结合 (jiéhé)

🇸🇮 kombinirati

🇮🇸 sameina

🇰🇿 біріктіру

🇬🇪 შეერთება

🇦🇿 birləşdirmək

🇲🇽 combinar

Etymology

The word 'combine' originated from the Latin word 'combinare', which means 'to unite'. It has been used in various contexts throughout history, from agriculture to mathematics. The concept of combining elements to create something new is fundamental in many areas of life, such as cooking, teamwork, and science.

See also: combinable, combination, combined, combining, recombination.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #4,459, this word represents useful upper-intermediate vocabulary. Understanding and using it will help you express more complex ideas effectively.