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Definition integration in American English

integration noun

[uncountable] noun
/ˌɪntəˈɡreɪʃ(ə)n/
1

the process of allowing people of all races to use a place, institution, or organization

Example

the integration of schools

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2

the process of combining with other things in a single larger unit or system

Example

increased operating efficiency through the integration of existing company systems

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opposition to Britain's closer integration with the European Union

Example

the program's integration into IBM networks

3

the process of becoming a full member of a group or society, and becoming involved completely in its activities

Example

a strategy to ease their integration into the community

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Definition integration in American English