Other definitions for sy- (2 of 3)
variant of syn- before s followed by a consonant and before z: systaltic; syzygy.
Other definitions for -sy (3 of 3)
a suffix forming nouns or adjectives, sometimes a diminutive of the base word and usually confined to informal and jocular use (bitsy; footsie; halvsies); adjectives formed with -sy may be ironic, implying that the quality in question is self-consciously assumed or feigned (artsy; cutesy; folksy). The combination of -s3 and -y1 or -y2 in certain words (antsy; gutsy) should perhaps be considered further instances of this suffix.
Origin of -sy
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How to use Sy in a sentence
Any program whose name starts with $SYS$ is invisible to the operating system.
Little Brother | Cory DoctorowSystem′ic, systematic; pertaining to the human system; Sys′temless, without system: not exhibiting organic structure.
The dilatation of the ventricles is termed the di-as´to-le of the heart; their contraction, its sys´to-le.
A Treatise on Anatomy, Physiology, and Hygiene (Revised Edition) | Calvin CutterMy mother asked to see me, and when she heard me moaning, she said "the ittle bessed dear is suffering wis its too-sys."
The Swamp Doctor's Adventures in The South-West | John RobbOne should hear him run the gamut of all his great phrases: My sys-tem!
His Excellency the Minister | Jules Claretie
British Dictionary definitions for sy (1 of 2)
Syrian Arab Republic
British Dictionary definitions for SY (2 of 2)
Seychelles (international car registration)
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