coordination

noun

co·​or·​di·​na·​tion (ˌ)kō-ˌȯr-də-ˈnā-shən 

1

: the process of organizing people or groups so that they work together properly and well

2

: the harmonious functioning of parts for effective results

The game requires excellent hand-eye coordination.

Synonyms

• collaboration
• cooperation
• teamwork

Examples of coordination in a Sentence

The new agency will oversee the coordination of the various departments.

The manager is in charge of project coordination.

There needs to be better coordination between departments.

the coordination of our schedules

better coordination of the dancers' moves

Playing sports improves strength and coordination.

The illness causes a loss of coordination.

Recent Examples on the Web

Kayaking and snorkeling can enhance cardiovascular health, while paddleboarding and water biking help improve balance and coordination. —Tanya Benedicto Klich, Forbes.com, 15 June 2025

And Trump — despite his administration’s ongoing assistance to Israel — has at times bridled at the appearance of close US coordination. —Ben Smith, semafor.com, 14 June 2025

This class will focus on techniques to enhance balance, coordination, energy, and support long term neurological health and resilience. —Kris Slugg, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 June 2025

More Vahid Salemi/AP Photo Major General Mohammad Bagheri Bagheri was Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces—the highest-ranking military officer and the point of coordination between the elite Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) and the regular armed forces. —Amira El-Fekki‎, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 June 2025

Word History

Etymology

Late Latin coordination-, coordinatio, from Latin co- + ordination-, ordinatio arrangement, from ordinare to arrange — more at ordain

First Known Use

circa 1643, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing coordination

• coordination complex
• coordination number
• hand-eye coordination
• in coordination with

Rhymes for coordination

• abbreviation
• abomination
• acceleration
• accentuation
• accommodation
• accreditation
• acculturation
• accumulation
• acetylation
• adjudication
• administration
• adulteration

Kids Definition

coordination

noun

co·​or·​di·​na·​tion (ˌ)kō-ˌȯrd-ᵊn-ˈā-shən 

1

: the act of coordinating

2

: smooth working together (as of parts)

good muscular coordination

Medical Definition

coordination

noun

co·​or·​di·​na·​tion (ˌ)kō-ˌȯrd-ᵊn-ˈā-shən 

1

: the act or action of coordinating

2

: the harmonious functioning of parts (as muscle and nerves) for most effective results