Merger

/ˈmɜːrdʒər/

Meaning & Definition

noun

the act or process of combining two or more entities into one, typically in a business context.

The merger between the two tech giants created a powerhouse in the industry.

a business combination in which one company absorbs another, the latter ceasing to exist as a legal entity.

After the merger, the smaller company was fully integrated into the larger corporation.

the result of such an act or process.

The merger resulted in significant cost savings and increased market share.

a blend of ideas, cultures, or practices from different sources coming together.

The merger of different musical styles at the festival attracted a diverse audience.

the combining of two or more organizations or entities.

The merger of the local charities helped them pool resources for better community support.

Derived from Middle English 'mergier', from Anglo-French 'merger', from Latin 'mergere' meaning 'to dip' or 'to plunge'.

merger and acquisition

The process of buying and merging businesses.

merger deal

An agreement between parties involved in a merger.

merger activity

The level of mergers occurring in a particular market.

acquisition

The act of acquiring or gaining possession of something, often referring to companies.

consolidation

The process of making something physically stronger or more solid.

amalgamation

The action or process of combining or uniting.

Big fish eats little fish

In the corporate world, that's just how it goes; big fish eats little fish during a merger.

Power couple

After the merger, they became the power couple of the industry.