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synectics

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synectics [sɪˈnɛktɪks]
n
(Economics) (functioning as singular) a method of identifying and solving problems that depends on creative thinking, the use of analogy, and informal conversation among a small group of individuals with diverse experience and expertise
[from syn- + ecto- + -ics, in the sense: working together from outside]

synectics
a procedure for the stating and solving of problems based upon creative thinking in figurative terms by a small, carefully chosen, and diversely specialized group.
See also: Brain


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