calibrated
|cal/i/brat/ed|
B2
/ˈkælɪˌbreɪtɪd/
(calibrate)
adjust for accuracy
Etymology
Etymology Information
'calibrate' originates from the French word 'calibrer', which meant 'to measure the caliber of'.
Historical Evolution
'calibrer' transformed into the English word 'calibrate', and eventually became the modern English word 'calibrate'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to measure the caliber of', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to adjust or mark to a standard scale'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
past tense or past participle form of 'calibrate'.
The technician calibrated the equipment before use.
Adjective 1
adjusted or marked to a standard scale of readings.
The instrument was calibrated to ensure accurate measurements.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41