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Definition of “converge

converge (kənˈvɜːdʒPronunciation for converge

Definitions

verb

  1. to move or cause to move towards the same point  ⇒ crowds converged on the city 
  2. to meet or cause to meet; join
  3. (intr) (of opinions, effects, etc) to tend towards a common conclusion or result
  4. (intr) mathematics (of an infinite series or sequence) to approach a finite limit as the number of terms increases
  5. (intr) (of animals and plants during evolutionary development) to undergo convergence

Word Origin

C17: from Late Latin convergere,  from Latin com-  together + vergere to incline

Usage examples

  • Harrell announced: `OK, the rest of you out there, converge on the Caverns.
    Thomas, Craig, The Last Raven (1990)
  • Yet, most analysts seem to converge on one Indian mainline IT stock.
    Business Today (2001)
  • He raves about a boutique hotel intended for the locals, a place where bohemians will converge with the bourgeoisie.
    Globe and Mail (2003)
  • About 500 hunt supporters are also expected to converge on Kelso racecourse in the Borders today in advance of the Holyrood debate.
    Times, Sunday Times (2002)
  • Now let go of the strength in your arms and allow it to converge in your heart.
    Page, Michael, Visualization - the key to fulfilment (1990)

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