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Definition

noun, plural: syntheses

(1) (biochemistry) The production of an organic compound in a living thing, especially as aided by enzymes

(2) (chemistry) The act or process of forming a complex substance by combining or integrating two or more chemical entities, especially through a chemical reaction

(3) (psychiatry) The integration of different elements of the personality, in opposition to analysis

Word origin: Latin synthesis, from Ancient Greek synthesis (a putting together)

Related term(s):

• synthesize
• photosynthesis
• Kiliani-fischer synthesis
• Merrifield synthesis
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• Dna synthesis
• Gene synthesis
• Dehydration Synthesis
• Synthesis inhibitors
• Synthesis of continuity
• Synthesis period