synchronization

B2 · Upper Intermediate Uncountable noun Computing Technical

n. making sure that data on two different devices, like your phone and computer, is the same.

n. the process of ensuring that data sets in two or more locations are identical and updated simultaneously.

“The synchronization of my contacts across all my devices took only a few seconds.”

“Cloud-based synchronization allows multiple users to collaborate on the same document without creating conflicting versions of the file.”

C1 · Advanced Uncountable noun Law Technical · Formal

n. organizing different military groups so they attack or move at the right time and place together.

n. the arrangement of military actions in time, space, and purpose to produce maximum relative combat power at a decisive point.

“The general emphasized that synchronization between the air force and the army was the key to victory.”

“Effective synchronization of multi-domain operations requires seamless communication between disparate units to exploit brief windows of tactical advantage.”