synchronization

noun

syn·​chro·​ni·​za·​tion ˌsiŋ-krə-nə-ˈzā-shən How to pronounce synchronization (audio)
ˌsin-
1
: the act or result of synchronizing
2
: the state of being synchronous

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Limitations And Future Direction Agentic digital twins depend heavily on telemetry quality, synchronization accuracy and integration maturity across systems. Amruth Puppala, Forbes.com, 12 June 2026 These technologies support systems that require precise synchronization and resilient navigation capabilities. Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 11 June 2026 In cases where synchronization lags, AI monitoring tools compare record versions across systems and surface discrepancies. Ethan Stone june 3, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 June 2026 Rather than just adding raw power, Hypershell is focusing on seamless synchronization with the X Series – reducing your metabolic effort by aligning the machine's output to human intent. New Atlas, 29 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for synchronization

Word History

First Known Use

1828, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of synchronization was in 1828

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“Synchronization.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/synchronization. Accessed 19 Jun. 2026.

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