(Namespace: plural glossary)
| Type of term | Possible function of a system |
|---|---|
| Synonyms or near-synonyms | None |
| Antonyms or near-antonyms | Splitting |
Headmates attain fusion when they collapse into a single headmate. This is the opposite process from splitting.
If the fusion leaves only a single headmate remaining in the system, such that the system becomes a singlet, that's called final fusion.