Commingling

Part of speech: noun, verb

Definitions

1. The process of merging various elements, such as materials or ideas, to form a singular entity
2. The action of integrating different components or systems to establish a harmonious relationship
3. The act of blending diverse substances or concepts together into a unified whole

Etymology: "Commingling" is the form of "commingle," which joins the prefix "com-" (meaning "together," from Latin "cum") to "mingle," a word meaning to mix or blend. So the whole idea is simply "mingling together": two or more things combined so that they become mixed in one body. The pattern of attaching "com-" to an existing verb to stress joint action is a familiar one in English, seen in words such as "combine" and "compose."

Synonyms: mixing, blending, mingling, intermingling, combining

Antonyms: separation, division, isolation, disconnection, segregation