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synonym - noun

• (strictly) A word whose meaning is the same as that of another word.

• A word or phrase with a meaning that is the same as, or very similar to, another word or phrase.

• Any of the formal names for a taxon, including the valid name (i.e. the senior synonym).

• Any name for a taxon, usually a validly published, formally accepted one, but often also an unpublished name.