combining (A2)

verb

Pronunciation: /kəmˈbaɪnɪŋ/

Definition

Joining or merging two or more things to form a single entity or a more complex whole.

Examples

• The new company was formed by combining two smaller businesses.

• She found that combining exercise with a healthy diet led to significant weight loss.

• The artist is known for combining traditional techniques with modern materials.

How to Use combining

combine A and B (prepositional phrase)

To join two specific things together. — "We are combining the red paint and the blue paint to make purple."

combine with (prepositional phrase)

To join or mix with something else. — "This new software can be combined with existing systems."

combining into (prepositional phrase)

The process of merging into a larger entity. — "The two departments are combining into a single unit."

Synonyms of combining

Words with a similar meaning to combining:

• merging
• uniting
• integrating
• blending

Antonyms of combining

Words with the opposite meaning to combining:

• separating
• dividing
• differentiating

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