syndicate — a group of individuals or organizations combined to promote some common interest
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a group of individuals or organizations combined to promote some common interest
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈsɪndɪkət/
Example Sentences
- The cat mafia formed a tuna syndicate to control all fish distribution in the neighborhood.
- The investment syndicate raised $50 million for the startup.
- Her comic strip is now syndicated in newspapers across 30 countries.
syndicate
NOUN[/ˈsɪndɪkət/]
a group of individuals or organizations combined to promote some common interest
The crime syndicate divides the city's territory over a smoky backroom table.
The syndicate will indicate proof to vindicate their cause!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
Derived from Greek 'syndikos' (joint advocate or judge), meaning a person who pursued justice collectively with others. The term passed through French in the 17th century before entering English, eventually evolving from its original sense of 'those who seek justice together' to its modern meaning of 'a group united by common interest.'
Breakdown
syn- (together) + dikos (justice, law court). The Greek 'syndikos' combines the prefix 'syn' meaning 'together' with 'dikos' relating to law or justice, literally denoting a joint legal representative or advocate.
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📝Examples
“The cat mafia formed a tuna syndicate to control all fish distribution in the neighborhood.”
“The investment syndicate raised $50 million for the startup.”
“Her comic strip is now syndicated in newspapers across 30 countries.”
“The pizza delivery syndicate met weekly to discuss optimal cheese distribution strategies.”
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