as in amalgamated
made from the joining of two or more parts or elements
the movie's special effects included the use of many composite photographs
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as in alloy
a distinct entity formed by the combining of two or more different things
a striking composite of two separate images
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as in to mix
to turn into a single mass or entity that is more or less the same throughout
wood chips can be composited or sold as mulch
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Recent Examples of composite
Space.com Staff, Space.com, 1 Jan. 2025
Astronomer Gianluca Masi shared a composite photo taken during the event using the Virtual Telescope Project in Manciano, Italy.
—Samantha Mathewson, Space.com, 15 Jan. 2025
Sophie Furley, Robb Report, 18 Jan. 2025
Combining these images into a composite allows Pagan and Joe DePasquale, another science visual developer at the STScI for JWST, to create the full-color images.
—Rebecca Sohn, Space.com, 16 Jan. 2025
PCMAG, 7 Nov. 2024
In addition, there was machine learning assistance for depth-layer mapping, which composited snow and other atmospherics.
—Bill Desowitz, IndieWire, 9 Aug. 2024
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Adjective
Josh Dury captured this image from Crooks Peak in Somerset, England, taking multiple exposures and combining them into this one composite photograph.
—Space.com Staff, Space.com, 1 Jan. 2025
Astronomer Gianluca Masi shared a composite photo taken during the event using the Virtual Telescope Project in Manciano, Italy.
—Samantha Mathewson, Space.com, 15 Jan. 2025
Noun
This timepiece was released at the end of last year and is made up of a composite that incorporates 25 of Djokovic’s HEAD tennis rackets and 32 Lacoste shirts (17 in dark blue and 15 in light blue) from his record-breaking 2023 season.
—Sophie Furley, Robb Report, 18 Jan. 2025
Combining these images into a composite allows Pagan and Joe DePasquale, another science visual developer at the STScI for JWST, to create the full-color images.
—Rebecca Sohn, Space.com, 16 Jan. 2025
Verb
Finally, the Blender Benchmark tests each system in the open-source Blender 3D content creation suite for modeling, animation, simulation, and compositing.
—PCMAG, 7 Nov. 2024
In addition, there was machine learning assistance for depth-layer mapping, which composited snow and other atmospherics.
—Bill Desowitz, IndieWire, 9 Aug. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for composite
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Its body is made of carbon fiber, and some of the parts were 3D printed by Renault using a high-strength aluminum alloy called Scalmalloy.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
6 Feb. 2025
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After mining, the ore can be combined with other metals to form useful alloys.—
Kevin Fixler,
Idaho Statesman,
5 Feb. 2025
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Morello mixed in brief passages of his own distinctive sound, but the overall effect remained tied to an older tradition.—
Steve Appleford,
SPIN,
11 Feb. 2025
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The Spartans, who also lost Bianca Fleitas during the first game, has been mixing and matching lineups throughout the season.—
Jeff Vorva,
Chicago Tribune,
11 Feb. 2025
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According to an August 2024 report by Research and Markets, thrift store revenue has been on the rise, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.5 percent, reaching $14.2 billion.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
14 Feb. 2025
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Looking ahead, the analyst expects bitcoin to grow by at a compound annual growth rate ranging between 25% and 30% through 2027, although likely with extreme volatility.—
Pia Singh,
CNBC,
29 Jan. 2025
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Hot dogs are wrapped in bacon and browned, then smothered with a mixture of peppers and onions.—
SAVEUR Editors,
Saveur,
5 Feb. 2025
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Real metal Any quality wedding band is made of an alloy, or mixture of metals, that is long-lasting and durable.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Feb. 2025
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Guggenheim Architecture and Design Studio The dining room at a Parkdale, Oregon, retreat designed by Guggenheim Architecture and Design Studio combines a concert of natural wood finishes, celebrating the palette of the rural setting.—
Elizabeth Stamp,
Architectural Digest,
10 Feb. 2025
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Butler and Curry combined for 59 points in a comeback win over Chicago.—
Danny Emerman,
The Mercury News,
9 Feb. 2025
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Not only does each cremation use a lot of energy in the form of natural gas, but toxic mercury vapor also gets liberated from old-style amalgam tooth fillings.—
Collin Blinder,
The Mercury News,
28 Jan. 2025
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The term is an amalgam of two of the three languages spoken in Corsica (Corsu, French, and Italian).—
Sara Lieberman,
Travel + Leisure,
21 Jan. 2025
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Guridi’s tender and funny artwork adeptly captures the heart of the tale, blending lively, loose line drawings with just the right touch of color and texture.—
Barney Saltzberg,
New York Times,
14 Feb. 2025
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Sephora is its the biggest wholesale deal so far: The beauty retailer carries some exclusive scents, including Carnivale, a fragrance that sells for $102 and blends together juicy mango, sandalwood and creamy vanilla.—
Melissa Repko,
CNBC,
14 Feb. 2025
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Her introduction to most is an audacious amalgamation of delectable melodies, a crystalline voice and an unapologetic megaphone for her queerness.—
Melissa Ruggieri,
USA TODAY,
18 Jan. 2025
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And because Geoff was more concerned about the other people, like this guy, Don Ohlmeyer — Geoff in this movie is kind of an amalgamation of two people.—
Mark Olsen,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Jan. 2025
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“Composite.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/composite. Accessed 18 Feb. 2025.
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