harmonizing

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harmonizing - Collaborative International Dictionary of English v.0.48 :

  Harmonize \Har"mo*nize\ (h[aum]r"m[-o]*n[imac]z), v. i. [imp. &
     p. p. Harmonized (-n[imac]zd); p. pr. & vb. n.
     Harmonizing (-n[imac]"z[i^]ng).] [Cf. F. harmoniser. ]
     1. To agree in action, adaptation, or effect on the mind; to
        agree in sense or purport; as, the parts of a mechanism
        harmonize.
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     2. To be in peace and friendship, as individuals, families,
        or public organizations.
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     3. To agree in vocal or musical effect; to form a concord;
        as, the tones harmonize perfectly.
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