• join or merge to form a single unit or substance

Synonyms: amalgamate, merge, unite, integrate, incorporate, fuse, blend, meld, mingle, coalesce, compound, alloy, homogenize, synthesize, consolidate, bind, bond, join, marry, put together, unify, pool, intermingle, mix, intermix, affiliate

• unite for a common purpose

Synonyms: cooperate, collaborate, join forces, pool resources, get together, come together, join (together), band (together), club together, link (up), go into partnership, unite, team up, form an alliance, form an association, league, go into league, throw in one's lot

• a group of people or companies acting together for a commercial purpose

• a combine harvester

• harvest (a crop) by means of a combine harvester