conflation
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ʃən noun
1.
the process or result of fusing items into one entity; fusion; amalgamation.
2.
Bibliography.
a.
the combination of two variant texts into a new one.
b.
the text resulting from such a combination.
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conflate (kənˈfleɪt) ![[Click for IPA pronunciation guide]](http://static.sfdict.com/dictstatic/g/d/dictionary_questionbutton_default.gif) | |
| —vb | |
| (tr) to combine or blend (two things, esp two versions of a text) so as to form a whole | |
| [C16: from Latin conflāre to blow together, from flāre to blow] | |
| con'flation | |
| —n | |
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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 fool or simpleton; ninny. |
Etymonline
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)
Example sentences
Such a conflation has value and utility to a first approximation.
Liquidity and financial innovation have also led to a conflation of the roles played by financial intermediaries, themselves.
The second problem is the conflation of emotional intelligence and a certain preferred pattern of behavior.
The confusion over service usually arises from a conflation of community and professional service.
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