syndicate
|syn-di-cate|
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/ˈsɪndɪˌkeɪt/
🇬🇧
/ˈsɪndɪkət/
organized group
Etymology
'syndicate' originates from French, specifically the word 'syndicat,' where 'syndic' meant 'representative.'
'syndicat' transformed into the English word 'syndicate' in the late 19th century.
Initially, it meant 'a representative body,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a group formed to promote a common interest.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a group of individuals or organizations combined to promote a common interest.
The media syndicate controls several major newspapers.
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Verb 1
to control or manage by a syndicate.
The company decided to syndicate its operations to increase efficiency.
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Verb 2
to sell (a piece of writing, a photograph, etc.) to several different newspapers, magazines, etc.
The columnist's articles are syndicated to newspapers nationwide.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35