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 plural

calibrations on a gauge

Examples of calibration in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Accuracy can shift with arm position, skin color and recent calibration. — Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 24 Sep. 2026

Samsung Health Monitor offers wearable tracking that still depends on cuff calibration and regional availability. — Hanna Wickes, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 Sep. 2026

Fusion signatures face scrutiny The researchers also found temperature differences between the active reactor and a calibration device operating under comparable input-power conditions. — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 22 Sep. 2026

Decontamination procedures on Roman's coronagraph will continue for 30 days, along with periodic checks and other minor calibrations. — Josh Dinner, Space.com, 16 Sep. 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