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noun
1.
the process or result of fusing items into one entity; fusion; amalgamation.
2.
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a.
the combination of two variant texts into a new one.
b.
the text resulting from such a combination.
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Conflation
is always a great word to know.
So is lollapalooza. Does it mean:
| an extraordinary or unusual thing, person, or event; an exceptional example or instance. |
| a children's mummer's parade, as on the Fourth of July, with prizes for the best costumes. |
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Word Origin & History
conflation
1620s, from L. conflationem, noun of action from conflare (see conflate).
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Computing Dictionary
conflation definition
databaseCombining or blending of two or more versions of a text; confusion or mixing up. Conflation algorithms are used in databases.
[Any specific technical meaning?]
(1996-04-14)
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