precision


2precision

adj

Definition of PRECISION

1
: adapted for extremely accurate measurement or operation
2
: held to low tolerance in manufacture
3
: marked by precision of execution

Examples of PRECISION

  1. The airplane made a precision approach for landing.

First Known Use of PRECISION

1875

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