merger merger /ˈmɝːdʒɝ/

noun

1. () The combination of two or more commercial companies  ( amalgamation , uniting , merger )
   the combination of two or more commercial companies
     The two companies announced a merger to consolidate their resources.
   The two companies announced a merger to consolidate their resources.
   
2. An occurrence that involves the production of a union  ( merger , unification , fusion )
   an occurrence that involves the production of a union
     The fusion of different musical styles created a unique and captivating sound.
   The fusion of different musical styles created a unique and captivating sound.