Meaning of the word syndicate in English

What does syndicate mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

syndicate

US /ˈsɪn.də.kət/
UK /ˈsɪn.də.kət/
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Noun

1.

a group of individuals or organizations combined to promote some common interest

Example:
The crime syndicate was involved in illegal gambling.
A powerful media syndicate controls several major newspapers.

Verb

1.

to control or manage (something, especially a business or financial operation) as a syndicate

Example:
The banks decided to syndicate the large loan.
The newspaper plans to syndicate the popular comic strip to other publications.
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