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单词 combine
释义
combine
Word forms: combines, combining , combined pronunciation note:   The verb is pronounced (kəmbn ). The noun is pronounced (kɒmbaɪn ).
1. verb B2
If you combine two or more things or if they combine, they exist together.
The Church has something to say on how to combine freedom with responsibility. [VERB noun + with]
If improved education is combined with other factors dramatic results can be achieved. [VERB noun with noun]
Relief workers say it's worse than ever as disease and starvation combine to kill thousands. [VERB to-infinitive]
This technique combined with any other therapy is perfectly safe. [VERB-ed]
[Also VERB noun]
2. verb B2
If you combine two or more things or if they combine, they join together to make a single thing.
David Jacobs was given the job of combining the data from these 19 studies into one giant study. [VERB noun]
Combine the flour with 3 tablespoons water to make a paste. [VERB noun + with]
Carbon, hydrogen and oxygen combine chemically to form carbohydrates and fats. [VERB]
Combined with other compounds, they created a massive dynamite-type bomb. [V-ed + with]
Synonyms: amalgamate, marry, mix, bond  
3. verb B2
If someone or something combines two qualities or features, they have both those qualities or features at the same time.
Their system combines strong government and proportional representation. [VERB noun]
...a clever, far-sighted lawyer who combines legal expertise with social concern. [VERB noun + with]
Her tale has a consciously youthful tone and storyline, combined with a sly humour. [VERB-ed]
4. verb B2
If someone combines two activities, they do them both at the same time.
It is possible to combine a career with being a mother. [VERB noun + with]
He will combine the two jobs over the next three years. [VERB noun]
5. verb B2
If two or more groups or organizations combine or if someone combines them, they join to form a single group or organization.
...an announcement by Steetley and Tarmac of a joint venture that would combine their operations. [VERB noun]
Different states or groups can combine to enlarge their markets. [VERB to-infinitive]
[Also VERB noun + with]
Synonyms: unite, associate, team up, unify  
6. countable noun
A combine is a group of people or organizations that are working or acting together.
...an energy and chemicals combine that is Germany's fourth-biggest company.
Collocations:
combine a mixture
Combine the mixture with two eggs, 6 tbsp of flour and a little grated nutmeg.
Times, Sunday Times
Tip in the yoghurt and gradually combine the mixture to make a soft dough.
The Sun
Combine this mixture with the remaining reduced liquid, add the lemon juice and cook for a further 5 minutes.
Times, Sunday Times
Use a whisk to combine the mixture thoroughly.
Times, Sunday Times
Whizz again to combine the mixture.
The Sun
combine aspects of
It could also combine aspects of different media or movements, such as combining of photo and text.
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I combine aspects of many styles of music and create my own musical forms by way of electronic instruments.
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Other journals combine aspects of evolutionary biology with other related fields.
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Drops can combine aspects of free fall, rolling or otherwise rotating oneself before landing in a new pose.
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His two most recent works combine aspects of his now almost 30-year career in creative music.
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combine elements
See if you can devise an uplifting event to somehow combine elements of the two.
Times, Sunday Times
We tried to combine elements that were recognisably us from when we were first around, with new elements, influences and feelings that we've amassed over the years.
The Sun
And some products are complex: guaranteed bonds combine elements of various types of investment, from deposits to derivatives.
Times, Sunday Times
Chefs sought new ways to combine elements on very large plates.
Times, Sunday Times
A few products combine elements of the two.
Times, Sunday Times
Translations:
Chinese: 结合
Japanese: 結合する
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