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Merging: meaning, definitions and examples

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merging

 

[ ˈməːdʒɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

data processing

To combine two or more sets of data into a single set, usually by matching on a common key or attribute. Merging is a common operation in databases and data analysis.

Synonyms

combining, consolidating, joining

Examples of usage

  • Before analyzing the data, we need to merge the customer information with the sales data.
  • The merging process can be complex when dealing with large datasets.
Context #2 | Verb

companies

To join two or more companies together to form a new entity or to operate as a single entity.

Synonyms

amalgamating, consolidating, uniting

Examples of usage

  • The two tech companies are merging to create a stronger market presence.
  • After the merger, the companies will operate as a single entity.

Translations

Translations of the word "merging" in other languages:

🇵🇹 fusão

🇮🇳 विलय

🇩🇪 Fusion

🇮🇩 penggabungan

🇺🇦 злиття

🇵🇱 fuzja

🇯🇵 融合

🇫🇷 fusion

🇪🇸 fusión

🇹🇷 birleşme

🇰🇷 합병

🇸🇦 دمج

🇨🇿 fúze

🇸🇰 fúzia

🇨🇳 合并

🇸🇮 združevanje

🇮🇸 samruni

🇰🇿 біріктіру

🇬🇪 შერწყმა

🇦🇿 birləşmə

🇲🇽 fusión

Etymology

The word 'merging' comes from the verb 'merge', which originated from the Latin word 'mergere' meaning 'to dip, immerse, or sink'. The term has been used in various contexts throughout history, including data processing, business operations, and organizational structures.

See also: mergable, merge, mergeable, merged, merger, submerge.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #11,922, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.