What is another word for amalgamation?
Pronunciation: [ɐmˌalɡɐmˈe͡ɪʃən] (IPA) 
Amalgamation is the process of combining two or more entities into one. This word can also be referred to as merger, consolidation, integration, unification, or fusion. A merger happens when two or more organizations or businesses join together to form a new entity resulting in a more significant presence in the industry and more substantial ability to compete with competitors. Consolidation focuses on reducing costs, avoiding competition and achieving economies of scale. Integration provides a seamless blend of two functional areas to produce a more efficient process. Unification may refer to combining different regulatory bodies or legal entities into a single structure. Finally, fusion is used to describe the blending of two or more substances, such as metals, into a single homogeneous material.
