syndicate
Translation
syndicate, consortium, cartel
Examples
A crime syndicate controlled the city's gambling.
A crime syndicate controlled the city's gambling.
The articles are sold to a press syndicate.
The articles are sold to a press syndicate.
Grammar Patterns
a/the syndicate a group of people or organizations combined to promote a common interest A crime syndicate controlled the city's gambling.
Similar Words
Synonyms: association, cartel, consortium, union
Etymology
From Greek 'syn-' (together) + 'dike' (justice). Originally a person representing a group.
Memory Tips
Think of a group of people or companies that 'sync' up for a common purpose.