Pronunciation: /fjuz/
noun a tube-shaped device that contains gunpowder and is lit to explode a bomb or firework
A1 I need a fuse for the light bulb.
A2 The fuse in the electrical box blew out.
B1 Make sure to replace the fuse if it's broken.
B2 The mechanic had to replace the fuse in the car's engine.
C1 The fuse in the power grid failed, causing a blackout.
C2 The scientist used a special type of fuse in the experiment to control the reaction.
verb to join or blend together by melting or by force
A1 I fused the two wires together to create a stronger connection.
A2 She fused the ingredients together to make a delicious soup.
B1 The artist fused different styles of music to create a unique sound.
B2 The company decided to fuse their two departments together for better efficiency.
C1 The scientist fused the elements in the lab to create a new compound.
C2 The chef was able to fuse traditional and modern cooking techniques seamlessly in his dishes.
formal The electrician had to replace the blown fuse in the circuit breaker.
informal I think we blew a fuse when we plugged in too many appliances at once.
slang I need to find a way to fuse my love for music and my passion for photography.
figurative The artist was able to fuse traditional techniques with modern styles in his latest masterpiece.
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