syndetic
|syn-de-tic|
C1
/sɪnˈdɛtɪk/
using conjunctions
Etymology
Etymology Information
'syndetic' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'syndetikos,' where 'syn-' meant 'together' and 'dein' meant 'to bind.'
Historical Evolution
'syndetikos' transformed into the Latin word 'syndeticus,' and eventually became the modern English word 'syndetic.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to bind together using conjunctions,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to or involving the use of conjunctions.
The sentence 'I came, I saw, and I conquered' is an example of a syndetic structure.
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Last updated: 2025/07/17 18:07
