Syndetic
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /sɪnˈdɛtɪk/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Syndetic is an adjective meaning (grammar) Of or related to syndeton, the use of a conjunction.
Meaning
(grammar) Of or related to syndeton, the use of a conjunction.
More Meanings
- (grammar) Synonym of connective, serving to connect.
- (library science) Synonym of crossreferenced.
- (mathematics) Having bounded gaps between its terms.
Example Sentences
Guns and butter is a syndetic phrase.
The dictionary includes syndetic references.
With the syndetic juxtaposition of distinct members, the article is not often repeated.
Syndetic, applied to an alphabetical subject catalogue or dictionary catalogue which includes cross-references as connecting links between subjects.
Synonyms for syndetic
Depending on context, synonyms include connective, crossreferenced.
Antonyms for syndetic
Common opposites include asyndetic.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include connective, syndetical, conjunctive, polysyndetic, syntenous, syntonical.
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