Fusion

Podcast 1 · Introduction

Fusion

A documentary-style narration: origin, meaning, and feel.

Part of speech

noun

Pronunciation

FYOO-zhun  /ˈfjuːʒ(ə)n/

Definition

The process of joining two or more things together to form a single entity; nuclear fusion — the process by which atomic nuclei join and release energy; the merging of different cultures, styles, or ideas; a style of cooking combining elements of different culinary traditions.

Plain meaning

Fusion means the joining of separate things into one — nuclear fusion releases enormous energy by joining atomic nuclei. Fusion cuisine mixes traditions from different food cultures.

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Technical in physics and engineering contexts. Neutral and positive in cultural and culinary contexts.