The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 4 letter word MELD
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The straight part
We know that "Merging" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case merging = meld.The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does MELD mean?
MELD verb- To combine multiple similar objects into one
- A combination of cards which is melded.
- In card games, especially of the rummy family, to announce or display a combination of cards.