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calibrate

[ˈkælɪbreɪt]

calibrate Definition

  • 1to mark units of measurement on an instrument such as a thermometer, or to measure accurately with such an instrument
  • 2to adjust or standardize (a measuring instrument) by comparing it with an accepted model
  • 3to adjust or adapt to a particular purpose or situation

Using calibrate: Examples

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

  • Example

    The scales need to be calibrated before they can be used.

  • Example

    The equipment was calibrated to measure temperature accurately.

  • Example

    We need to calibrate our expectations to the reality of the situation.

calibrate Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for calibrate

Antonyms for calibrate

Phrases with calibrate

  • self-calibrating

    able to adjust itself automatically

    Example

    The machine is self-calibrating, so it doesn't require manual adjustments.

  • to adjust something to match a particular standard or requirement

    Example

    The software is designed to calibrate to the user's preferences.

  • to adjust one's language to suit the audience or situation

    Example

    As a teacher, it's important to calibrate your language to the level of your students.

Origins of calibrate

from Late Latin 'calibro', meaning 'ruler, gauge'

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Summary: calibrate in Brief

'Calibrate' [ˈkælɪbreɪt] means to mark units of measurement on an instrument or to measure accurately with such an instrument. It also means to adjust or standardize a measuring instrument by comparing it with an accepted model, or to adjust or adapt to a particular purpose or situation. Examples include 'The scales need to be calibrated before they can be used.' and 'We need to calibrate our expectations to the reality of the situation.' Phrases include 'self-calibrating,' 'calibrate to,' and 'calibrate one's language.'

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