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synthesis

nounfeminine/sĩtɛzɨ/high

sín·te·se

Definition

The combination of elements or concepts to form a coherent whole; a summary or brief statement of the main points.
The report provides a clear synthesis of all the research data.
Protein synthesis is a fundamental biological process.

Etymology

Do latim 'synthesis', do grego 'sýnthesis' (composição, reunião).

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