fused
- 01 B2 Upper Intermediate
joined together to form a single thing.
physically or conceptually joined or blended to form a single entity.
Simple“The two companies became a single fused entity after the merger.”
In context“The sculpture featured several fused layers of glass, creating a complex interplay of light and colour that changed as the viewer moved.”
- 02 C1 Advanced
melted together by great heat.
liquefied by heat and blended into a single mass.
Simple“The heat was so intense that the metal parts became fused.”
In context“Geologists found fused rock fragments near the site, suggesting the area had been subjected to extreme volcanic temperatures.”
SynonymsAntonyms - 03 B2 Upper Intermediate
fitted with a fuse, which is a small safety part that protects an electrical circuit.
equipped with a fuse to protect an electrical circuit from overcurrent.
Simple“Make sure you use a fused plug for the new heater.”
In context“The technician insisted that all high-voltage equipment be connected to a fused power strip to prevent damage during a surge.”