merger
UK: ˈmɜːdʒə | US: ˈmɜːrdʒər
n. the act or process of combining two or more things into a single entity, especially in business or economics
n. a legal union of two or more corporations or other organizations
The word "merger" originates from the Latin mergere ("to dip, immerse, or plunge"), which evolved into the Old French merger ("to sink"). By the 17th century, "merge" in English took on the figurative sense of blending or uniting. The suffix -er was added to form a noun denoting the result or process of merging, particularly in legal and business contexts by the early 20th century. The term reflects the metaphorical "immersion" of one entity into another.
The merger of the two tech giants created a market leader.
Shareholders approved the merger after months of negotiations.
The company announced a merger with its competitor to expand globally.
Regulatory bodies are reviewing the potential merger for antitrust concerns.
Cultural integration is often the biggest challenge after a corporate merger.