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merger

Syllabification: (merg·er)
Pronunciation: /ˈmərjər/

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Definition of merger

noun

  • a combination of two things, especially companies, into one:a merger between two supermarket chains local companies ripe for merger or acquisition

Origin:

early 18th century: from Anglo-Norman French merger (verb used as a noun): see merge

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