syntax

noun3

1. •
   A set of rules that govern how words are combined to form phrases and sentences.
2. •
   The formal rules of formulating the statements of a computer language.
3. •
   The study of the structure of phrases, sentences, and language.

   • [Otto] Jespersen, a language professor known for his expertise in syntax and language development, stated that headlinese is not really grammatical writing. — 2021