syn
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An abbreviation for synonym or synthesis used in technical writing
- noun
- /sɪn/
- Jargon
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sin.
- The professor explained that in her research notes, SYN is an abbreviation for synthesis.
Examples
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In academic papers, SYN is often used to denote synonym, especially in discussions about word usage.
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So we have the SYN, the SYN with the AC and then the AC.
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Well, natural gas is the next best transportation fuel (after gasoline and diesel); at today's prices, no other alternative can compete with it, certainly not biofuel. The next cheapest choice would be syn-fuel made from coal or nuclear power.
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In technical documents, it's common to use SYN to refer to a synonym for clarity.
Surface Forms
Etymology
Syn is often a short form of synonym or synthesis, both from a Greek part meaning 'together' or 'with'. So syn can mean 'the same word' in a glossary or 'making together' in science, which is why people use it as a quick abbreviation.
