Fusion



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解释

GRE 红宝书

• n. 融合; 聚变
• ［英］ n. 融合; 聚变 ( union of atomic nuclei)
• ［例］ the fusion of copper and zinc to produce brass

Webster Collegiate

noun

• Usage: often attributive
• Etymology: Latin fusion-, fusio, from fundere
• Date: 14th century
• 1. the act or process of liquefying or rendering plastic by heat
• 2. a union by or as if by melting: as
  • a. a merging of diverse, distinct, or separate elements into a unified whole
  • b. a political partnership ; coalition
  • c. popular music combining different styles (as jazz and rock)
  • d. food prepared using techniques and ingredients of two or more ethnic or regional cuisines — called also fusion cuisine
• 3. the union of atomic nuclei to form heavier nuclei resulting in the release of enormous quantities of energy when certain light elements unite

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