Meaning of the word conflate in English

What does conflate mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

conflate

US /kənˈfleɪt/
UK /kənˈfleɪt/
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Verb

to combine two or more separate things, ideas, or texts into one

Example:
The movie conflates several different characters from the book into a single person.
Be careful not to conflate these two very different issues.