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

Sandia National Laboratories and Los Alamos National Laboratory jointly designed and produced the system’s five subsystems, said calibration and early on-orbit testing concluded successfully in June. —Kapil Kajal, Interesting Engineering, 26 Sep. 2025

The current cannot be easily calculated from the electrical and physical characteristics of the setup—ion gauges require thorough calibrations. —IEEE Spectrum, 24 Sep. 2025

Regular preventative maintenance can include periodic equipment inspection, oil and filter changes, calibration and adjustment of various parts, as well as replacing brake pads and seals. —Karl Schneider, IndyStar, 21 Sep. 2025

Use calibration methods to assess each annotator’s consistency and bias. —Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025

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