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WordReference Random House Learner's Dictionary of American English © 2024cal•i•brate /ˈkæləˌbreɪt/USA pronunciation v. [ ~ + obj], -brat•ed, -brat•ing. - Weights and Measuresto mark (a measuring instrument) with dividing points of degree or quantity:This thermometer is calibrated with Celsius and Fahrenheit markings.
- to set, check, or correct the measuring points of (an instrument that measures things).
cal•i•brated, adj. cal•i•bra•tion /ˌkæləˈbreɪʃən/USA pronunciation n. [countable]the calibrations on a thermometer.[uncountable]How exact is that calibration?cal•i•bra•tor, cal•i•brat•er, n. [countable] WordReference Random House Unabridged Dictionary of American English © 2024cal•i•brate (kal′ə brāt′),USA pronunciation v.t., -brat•ed, -brat•ing. - to determine, check, or rectify the graduation of (any instrument giving quantitative measurements).
- to divide or mark with gradations, graduations, or other indexes of degree, quantity, etc., as on a thermometer, measuring cup, or the like.
- Militaryto determine the correct range for (an artillery gun, mortar, etc.) by observing where the fired projectile hits.
- to plan or devise (something) carefully so as to have a precise use, application, appeal, etc.:a sales strategy calibrated to rich investors.
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