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syn·er·e·sis (syn·aer·e·sis)
 syneresis (synaeresis)
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- pronunciation:
- sih
ne
r
sihs
- features:
- Word Parts
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noun |
| inflections: |
synereses |
| definition 1: |
the contraction of two syllables or vowels into one syllable, esp. to form a diphthong.
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| definition 2: |
the contraction of two syllables or vowels into one syllable that does not form a diphthong.
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| definition 3: |
the contraction of a gel-like substance as liquid is exuded from it.
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