integration

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(int″ĕ-grā′shŏn)

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[L. integrare, to make whole]

1. The bringing together of various parts or functions so that they function as a harmonious whole.
2. The combining of peoples from diverse cultural, social, or ethnic backgrounds in communities, houses of worship, schools, workplaces, or other institutions.
integrative (int′ĕ-grāt″iv), adj.

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[L. integrare, to make whole]

1. The bringing together of various parts or functions so that they function as a harmonious whole.
2. The combining of peoples from diverse cultural, social, or ethnic backgrounds in communities, houses of worship, schools, workplaces, or other institutions.
integrative (int′ĕ-grāt″iv), adj.

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