tuning

[ˈtjuːnɪŋ]

tuning Definition

  • 1the process of adjusting or adapting something to a particular purpose or condition, especially a musical instrument
  • 2the act of making small changes to something in order to improve its performance or effectiveness

Using tuning: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "tuning" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The guitar needs tuning before the concert.

  • Example

    The car's engine requires tuning to run smoothly.

  • Example

    The company is tuning its marketing strategy to target younger audiences.

  • Example

    The athlete is tuning his body for the upcoming competition.

tuning Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for tuning

Antonyms for tuning

Phrases with tuning

  • in agreement or harmony with something

    Example

    Their opinions were in tune with each other.

  • not in agreement or harmony with something

    Example

    His behavior was out of tune with the company's values.

  • tune up

    to make small adjustments to something in order to improve its performance or effectiveness

    Example

    The mechanic is tuning up the car's engine.

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Summary: tuning in Brief

The term 'tuning' [ˈtjuːnɪŋ] refers to the process of adjusting or adapting something to a particular purpose or condition, such as a musical instrument or a car engine. It can also mean making small changes to something to improve its performance or effectiveness, like a marketing strategy or an athlete's body. Phrases like 'in tune' and 'out of tune' describe agreement or disagreement, while 'tune up' means to make small adjustments for improvement.

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