coordination — the organization of the different elements of a complex body or activity so as to enable them to work together effectively
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the organization of the different elements of a complex body or activity so as to enable them to work together effectively
Pronunciation (IPA): /koʊˌɔːrdɪˈneɪʃən/
Example Sentences
- My coordination is so bad, I trip over Wi-Fi signals.
- The project required close coordination between marketing and development teams.
- After three cups of coffee, his hand-eye coordination was better than a caffeinated robot.
coordination
NOUN[/koʊˌɔːrdɪˈneɪʃən/]
the organization of the different elements of a complex body or activity so as to enable them to work together effectively
The dance crew nailed the routine through perfect coordination of every move.
Perfect information leads to perfect coordination through organization!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
This word derives from Latin, combining the prefix co- (together) and ordinare (to order or arrange). The term originally referred to the process of organizing multiple elements into a harmonious, ordered arrangement, much like a conductor coordinating different instruments in an orchestra.
Breakdown
co- (together) + ordinare (to order, arrange) + -ation (act or process of). The root ordinare relates to Latin ordo, meaning order or sequence.
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📝Examples
“My coordination is so bad, I trip over Wi-Fi signals.”
“The project required close coordination between marketing and development teams.”
“After three cups of coffee, his hand-eye coordination was better than a caffeinated robot.”
“International coordination is essential for addressing global climate change.”
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