MASHUP

Etymology

Noun

mashup (plural mashups)

(computing, slang) A derivative work consisting of two pieces of (generally digital) media joined together, such as a video clip with a different soundtrack applied for humorous effect, or a map overlaid with user-supplied data.

(music, slang) A remix created by combining two or more songs from different artists into one piece of music

(Internet) a Web application that combines data and/or functionality from more than one source.

An artistic work that consists primarily of pieces that are copied from other works.

Synonyms

• medley

Anagrams

• hams up

Source: Wiktionary



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According to Guinness World Records, on 25 September 2016, the Birla Institute of Management Technology (India) in Uttar Pradesh, India, constructed the largest coffee cups pyramid consisting of 23,821 cups. They used paper takeaway coffee cups to build the pyramid.

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