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coalesce

The correct spelling is coalesce.

How to pronounce coalesce

/kəʊ.əˈlɛs/
verb

IPA: /kəʊ.əˈlɛs/

Say it like: Coa-les-se

The correct spelling is coalesce. (of separate elements) To join into a single mass or whole. For example: "The droplets coalesced into a puddle."

Usage Examples

The droplets coalesced into a puddle.

The puddle coalesced from the droplets as they ran together.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.(of separate elements) To join into a single mass or whole.
  2. 2.(of a whole or a unit) To form from different pieces or elements.
  3. 3.To bond pieces of metal into a continuous whole by liquefying parts of each piece, bringing the liquids into contact, and allowing the combined liquid to solidify.

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