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- US Pronunciation
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- [kal-uh-breyt]
- /ˈkæl əˌbreɪt/
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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
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- [kal-uh-breyt]
- /ˈkæl əˌbreɪt/
Definitions of recalibrates word
- verb with object recalibrates to determine, check, or rectify the graduation of (any instrument giving quantitative measurements). 1
- verb with object recalibrates to divide or mark with gradations, graduations, or other indexes of degree, quantity, etc., as on a thermometer, measuring cup, or the like. 1
- verb with object recalibrates to determine the correct range for (an artillery gun, mortar, etc.) by observing where the fired projectile hits. 1
- verb with object recalibrates to plan or devise (something) carefully so as to have a precise use, application, appeal, etc.: a sales strategy calibrated to rich investors. 1
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Origin of recalibrates
First appearance:
before 1860 One of the 29% newest English words
First recorded in 1860-65; caliber + -ate1
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Parts of speech for Recalibrates
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
recalibrates popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 79% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
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