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syndication

 

[ ˌsɪn.dɪˈkeɪ.ʃən ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

media distribution

Syndication refers to the arrangement of distributing content or media to multiple outlets or platforms simultaneously. This method allows for a wider reach of material such as television shows, radio programs, or news articles. Syndication is beneficial for creators as it maximizes audience exposure and generates revenue from various sources. In essence, it enables the sharing of content across different mediums to engage diverse audiences effectively.

Synonyms

broadcasting, distribution, sharing

Examples of usage

  • The show was picked up for syndication and is now broadcast in over twenty countries.
  • Syndication of articles helps small publishers gain visibility.
  • The newspaper's syndication of cartoons drew in a larger readership.
  • Many radio stations participate in syndication networks to share popular programs.

Translations

Translations of the word "syndication" in other languages:

🇵🇹 sindicação

🇮🇳 संविधानिकता

🇩🇪 Syndikation

🇮🇩 sindikasi

🇺🇦 синдикат

🇵🇱 syndykacja

🇯🇵 シンジケーション

🇫🇷 syndication

🇪🇸 sindicación

🇹🇷 sendikasyon

🇰🇷 신디케이션

🇸🇦 التوزيع

🇨🇿 syndikace

🇸🇰 syndikácia

🇨🇳 联合发行

🇸🇮 sindikacija

🇮🇸 samtök

🇰🇿 синдикат

🇬🇪 სინდიკაცია

🇦🇿 sindikasiya

🇲🇽 sindicación

Etymology

The term 'syndication' originated from the Latin word 'syndicatus', deriving from 'syndicus', which means 'one appointed to act for others'. It transitioned into English in the late 19th century, primarily being used in the context of partnerships and business agreements. By the mid-20th century, the term began to evolve within the media industry, specifically to describe the practice of selling the rights to broadcast a program or publish content to multiple platforms simultaneously. With the rise of the internet, syndication has also come to encompass online content sharing, enabling websites to distribute their articles, videos, and other media across various digital networks. This evolution demonstrates how syndication has adapted to technological changes over time, solidifying its place as a crucial concept in both traditional and modern media landscapes.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #26,917, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.