Meaning of the word synthesis in English

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synthesis

US /ˈsɪn.θə.sɪs/
UK /ˈsɪn.θə.sɪs/
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Noun

1.

the combination of components or elements to form a connected whole

Example:
The report provides a synthesis of the research findings.
His new theory is a synthesis of various philosophical ideas.
2.

the production of chemical compounds by reaction from simpler materials

Example:
The laboratory is working on the synthesis of new polymers.
Photosynthesis is the biological synthesis of organic compounds.
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