calibration

noun

cal·​i·​bra·​tion ˌka-lə-ˈbrā-shən 

1

: the act or process of calibrating : the state of being calibrated

2

: a set of graduations to indicate values or positions

—usually used in plural

calibrations on a gauge

Examples of calibration in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Comparing data with these missions will allow the mission scientists to hone their calibration of the imaging instruments, sharpening the interpretation of their data once the mission arrives at the asteroid Psyche. —Meghan Bartels, Scientific American, 14 May 2026

The Fenomeno Roadster expands on that formula with even greater total output and more extreme performance calibration. —James Morris, Forbes.com, 10 May 2026

Path toward real-world use The researchers now plan to improve manufacturing consistency and reduce calibration requirements before commercial deployment. —Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 9 May 2026

So what that ends up looking like on the calibration curve is this big spike. —Jenny Staletovich, Miami Herald, 2 May 2026

Word History

Etymology

calibr(ate) + -ation

First Known Use

1852, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for calibration

• abdication
• aberration
• abjuration
• abnegation
• abrogation
• acceptation
• acclamation
• acclimation
• accusation
• activation
• actuation
• acylation