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precision

n. uncountable
C1 Advanced Oxford US //pɹiˈsɪʒən// UK //pɹɪsˈɪʒən// pre·ci·sion

n. the quality of being very exact and accurate. You use this word when someone does something with great care and detail, like a scientist or a watchmaker.

n. the quality of being exact, accurate, and highly detailed. Often used in technical or scientific contexts to describe the degree of refinement in a measurement or operation.


SIMPLE

The surgeon works with great precision.

CONTEXTUAL

The engineer checked the measurements again to ensure the parts would fit together with absolute precision.

COMPLEX

In high-stakes manufacturing, even a microscopic lack of precision can lead to catastrophic structural failure, necessitating rigorous quality control protocols at every stage of production.

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Origin

From Middle French precision. Equivalent to precise + -ion.

Usage

Often paired with the preposition 'with' ('with precision') or 'of' ('the precision of').

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