conglomerate
Pronunciation:
/kənˈɡlɒm(ə)ɹət//kənˈɡlɑm(ə)ɹət/noun
Definitions
A cluster of heterogeneous things.
A corporation formed by the combination of several smaller corporations whose activities are unrelated to the corporation's primary activity.
A rock consisting of gravel or pebbles embedded in a matrix.
verb
Definitions
To combine together into a larger mass.
To combine together into a larger corporation.
adjective
Definitions
Clustered together into a mass.
Example: conglomerate flowers
Composed of fragments of rock, pebbles, or stones cemented together.