com·bine (k m-b n )v. com·bined, com·bin·ing, com·bines v.tr. 1. To bring into a state of unity; merge. 2. To join (two or more substances) to make a single substance, such as a chemical compound; mix. 3. To possess or exhibit in combination: The choreography, which combines artistry and athletics, is extremely innovative. 4. (k  mbn ) To harvest (a grain crop) using a cutting, threshing, and cleaning machine.v.intr. 1. To become united; coalesce. 2. To join forces for a common purpose. See Synonyms at join. 3. Chemistry To form a compound. 4. (k mbn) To harvest a grain crop using a cutting, threshing, and cleaning machine: "Norwegian bachelor farmers combining in their antique McCormacks" (Garrison Keillor).n. (k mbn)1. A power-operated harvesting machine that cuts, threshes, and cleans grain. 2. An association of people or groups united for the furtherance of political or commercial interests. 3. A combination. [Middle English combinen, from Old French combiner, from Late Latin comb n re : Latin com-, com- + bn, two by two; see dwo- in Indo-European roots.]com·bin er n. |
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