conflux

from WordNet (r) 3.0 (2006)

conflux
    n 1: a flowing together [syn: {confluence}, {conflux},
         {merging}]

from The Collaborative International Dictionary of English v.0.48

Conflux \Con"flux\, n. [From L. confluxus, p. p. See
   {Confluent}.]
   1. A flowing together; a meeting of currents. "The conflux of
      meeting sap." --Shak.
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            The general conflux and concourse of the whole
            people.                               --Clarendon.
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   2. A large assemblage; a passing multitude.
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            To the gates cast round thine eye, and see
            What conflux issuing forth, or entering in.
                                                  --Milton.
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