Merge vs. Unite

Merge vs. Unite — Is There a Difference?
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Difference Between Merge and Unite

Mergeverb

(transitive) To combine into a whole.

Headquarters merged the operations of the three divisions.

Uniteverb

(transitive) To bring together as one.

The new government will try to unite the various factions.I hope this song can unite people from all different cultures.

Mergeverb

(intransitive) To combine into a whole.

The two companies merged.

Uniteverb

(reciprocal) To come together as one.

If we want to win, we will need to unite.

Mergeverb

To blend gradually into something else.

The lanes of traffic merged.

Unitenoun

A British gold coin worth 20 shillings, first produced during the reign of King James I, and bearing a legend indicating the king's intention of uniting the kingdoms of England and Scotland.

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Mergenoun

The joining together of multiple sources.

There are often accidents at that traffic merge.The merge of the two documents failed.

Uniteverb

act in concert or unite in a common purpose or belief

Mergeverb

become one;

Germany unified officially in 1990Will the two Koreas unify?

Uniteverb

become one;

Germany unified officially in 1990Will the two Koreas unify?

Mergeverb

mix together different elements;

The colors blend well

Uniteverb

have or possess in combination;

she unites charm with a good business sense
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Mergeverb

join or combine;

We merged our resources

Uniteverb

be or become joined or united or linked;

The two streets connect to become a highwayOur paths joinedThe travelers linked up again at the airport

Uniteverb

join or combine;

We merged our resources