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

Despite its free entry, the show took a lot of coordination to fund. —Gabrielle Gillette, Oc Register, 9 May 2025

Lack of coordination Darryl Dunsmore first sued the county in 2020, accusing the Sheriff’s Office of failing to run its jails in a way that ensured his well-being. —Jeff McDonald, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 May 2025

Endless rider anecdotes and media exposés highlighting safety, cleanliness, reliability and lack of interagency coordination have metastasized into a narrative of neglect that in turn discourages ridership and revenue. —Joe Ferguson, Chicago Tribune, 9 May 2025

Scott will build the department and oversee training and staff selection and is tasked with leading security coordination for the 2026 World Cup, 2027 Super Bowl and the 2028 Olympics. —Colleen Shalby, Los Angeles Times, 7 May 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