Amalgamation
/əˌmælɡəˈmeɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) The act or process of combining two or more entities into one.
The amalgamation of the two companies resulted in a stronger market presence.
- (n.) A merger, especially in the context of business or law.
The amalgamation created a single large corporation from several smaller firms.
Forms
- amalgamations
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Commentary
Often used in corporate law to describe the legal unification of companies, emphasizing continuity rather than absorption.
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