calibrate

verb
UK: /ˈkæl.ɪ.breɪt/
US: /ˈkæl.ɪ.breɪt/

  1. To mark units of measurement on an instrument so that it can be used to measure something accurately.

    1. We need to calibrate the thermometer.
    2. The factory calibrates the scales to ensure accurate weight measurements.

  2. To adjust precisely the measurement settings of a device.

    1. The machine needs to be calibrated.
    2. Before the experiment, the scientist had to calibrate the sensitive equipment carefully.

  3. To assess or work out the relationship between two sets of data, especially to improve the accuracy of predictions.

    1. We calibrate risk using past data.
    2. The software calibrates the model against real-world data to improve its predictive power.

Synonyms

correct standardize regulate fine-tune adjust
calibrate adjective

  1. Having the marks needed to measure something accurately.

    1. The calibrated beaker ensures precision.
    2. Using a calibrated instrument is essential for accurate scientific measurements.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "calibrate" in English means: To mark units of measurement on an instrument so that it can be used to measure something accurately., To adjust precisely the measurement settings of a device., To assess or work out the relationship between two sets of data, especially to improve the accuracy of predictions..

The phonetic transcription of "calibrate" is /ˈkæl.ɪ.breɪt/ in British English and /ˈkæl.ɪ.breɪt/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "calibrate": correct, standardize, regulate, fine-tune, adjust.

Example usage of "calibrate": "We need to calibrate the thermometer.". More examples on the page.