What is the definition of syncopction?

Answer 1

syn·co·pa·tion
Pronunciation: \ˌsiŋ-kə-ˈpā-shən, ˌsin-\
Function: noun
Date: 1597

1 : a temporary displacement of the regular metrical accent in music caused typically by stressing the weak beat

syn·co·pate
Pronunciation: \ˈsiŋ-kə-ˌpāt, ˈsin-\
Function: transitive verb
Inflected Form(s): syn·co·pat·ed; syn·co·pat·ing
Date: 1605

1 a : to shorten or produce by syncope suppose to s'pose> b :to cut short : clip, abbreviate
2 : to modify or affect (musical rhythm) by syncopation