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fusing

|fus-ing|

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/ˈfjuzɪŋ/

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/ˈfjuːzɪŋ/

(fuse)

joining or blending

Base FormPlural3rd Person Sing.PastPast ParticiplePresent ParticipleAdjective
fusefusesfusesfusedfusedfusingfused
Etymology
Etymology Information

'fuse' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'fundere,' where 'fundere' meant 'to pour or melt.'

Historical Evolution

'fundere' transformed into the French word 'fuser,' and eventually became the modern English word 'fuse' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to pour or melt,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to join or blend.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Verb 1

present participle of 'fuse'.

The artist is fusing different styles to create a unique piece.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39