sequencing
- 01 B2 Upper Intermediate
the act of putting things into a logical or specific order.
the process of arranging items, events, or data into a particular sequence or chronological order.
Simple“The teacher focused on the sequencing of the story to help the children understand the plot.”
In context“Effective sequencing of the curriculum ensures that students master foundational concepts before moving on to more complex theoretical frameworks.”
UsageOften used in educational or organizational contexts to describe the planning of steps.
Synonyms - 02 C1 Advanced
a scientific process used to find the exact order of chemicals in DNA or proteins.
the laboratory procedure of determining the precise order of nucleotides within a DNA molecule or amino acids in a protein.
Simple“Recent advances in genome sequencing have made personalized medicine much more affordable.”
In context“The rapid sequencing of the viral genome allowed researchers to track the mutation rate in real time during the outbreak.”
UsageCommonly appears as part of compound nouns like 'DNA sequencing' or 'genome sequencing'.
“However, some newer sequencing technologies have so far been difficult to use with these formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded samples.”
“It was declared on 15 May but the WHO says sequencing now shows it began months earlier in February.”