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Meaning of Calibrates
The primary meaning of the word "Calibrates" is to adjust or measure something, typically equipment or instruments, to ensure accuracy and precision.
Definitions
- To adjust or fix the accuracy of an instrument, especially by comparing it with a standard
- * To adjust or standardize something, such as a system or a process, to ensure it is working correctly
Etymology of Calibrates
The word "Calibrates" originates from the Latin word "calibrare," which means "to measure" or "to gauge"
The term is derived from the Latin "calibra," referring to a set of scales or a standard of measurement
Historically, the word has been used in various contexts, including science, engineering, and navigation, to describe the process of adjusting or measuring instruments to ensure accuracy
Example Uses
- The engineer calibrates the machine to ensure it produces precise measurements
- * The laboratory technician calibrates the equipment before conducting the experiment
- * The company calibrates its marketing strategy to better target its audience
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
misaligns
mismatches
disrupts
disturbs
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impairs
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