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| coordinate [ kō áwrdi nayt ] |
verb (3rd person present singular coordinates, present participle coordinating, past and past participle coordinated) |
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1. transitive verb organize something complex: to organize a complex enterprise in which numerous people are involved and bring their contributions together to form a coherent or efficient whole
 responsible for coordinating the campaign
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2. transitive and intransitive verb make parts move together: to make moving parts such as parts of the body work together in sequence or in time with one another, or work together in this way
 hand and eye coordinating perfectly for the overhead shot
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3. transitive verb put things together: to place or class things together
 Before we can proceed, all our files have to be coordinated.
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4. intransitive verb work together: to work together as a unit
 members of the team coordinating brilliantly
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5. transitive and intransitive verb go well together: to make a pleasing combination or match
 outfit and accessories that coordinate stylishly
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noun (plural coordinates) |
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1. mathematics maps number specifying position: each of a set of numbers that together describe the exact position of something such as a place on a map with reference to a set of axes
 Did you receive the coordinates for your target?
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2. somebody or something equal: somebody or something that is equal in rank or importance
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 We need the faculties of the college as coordinates in this endeavour.
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3. chemistry physics variable: a variable used with others to describe the state of a physical or chemical system
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plural noun coordinates [ kō áwrdi nayt ] |
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matching clothes: clothes that are designed to be worn together
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adjective |
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1. equal: equal in rank or importance
 The district offices should work as coordinate elements of the company.
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2. chemistry physics involving set of variables: involving the use of coordinates
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| [Mid-17th century. <co- + Latin ordinat-, past participle of ordinare 'set in order'] |
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