'amalg' originates from the Greek word 'amalagma,' where 'ama-' meant 'together' and 'lagma' meant 'to mix.'

'amalagma' transformed into the Latin word 'amalgama,' and eventually became the modern English word 'amalg' through Middle English.

Initially, it meant 'a mixture of metals,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a mixture or blend of different elements.'