Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
melting-pot
noun
/ˈmɛltɪŋ pɒt/
Definition
A melting-pot is a place where different cultures, ideas, and people blend together and coexist.
Examples
- The city is known as a melting-pot of different cultures.
- In a melting-pot society, traditions and values merge to form new ways of life.
- Many immigrants contribute to the melting-pot, enriching the community with their heritage.
Meaning
The term often refers to a society that mixes various ethnic and cultural backgrounds to create a unified community.
Synonyms
- mix
- fusion
- blend
- variety
- cultural mix
