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integrate
This term describes the process of unification, where separate elements are blended into a cohesive whole. In a technical or organizational sense, it implies creating a seamless connection between different systems or workflows to increase efficiency. In a social context, the word carries a strong connotation of inclusivity and assimilation, focusing on the removal of barriers to ensure individuals or groups are fully accepted within a larger community. In mathematics, it refers to a specific operation of calculus used to determine areas and totals.
Meanings
To combine two or more things so that they work together or form a whole.
"The company hopes to integrate the new software into its existing workflow."
To make a person or a group of people feel that they are a full and equal part of a society, organization, or community.
"The program is designed to help refugees integrate into the local community."
To blend or mix with something else to become part of a larger system.
"The new department will integrate with the marketing team to streamline communications."
To find the integral of a mathematical function.
"The students were asked to integrate the expression to find the area under the curve."