timing
- 01 B2 Upper Intermediate
the specific time when an event or action occurs.
the particular time or date at which an event takes place, often in relation to other events.
Simple“The timing of the announcement was bad because most people were already on holiday.”
In context“The timing of the market crash caught many investors off guard, as it occurred just days after the quarterly reports were released.”
- 02 C1 Advanced
the way parts of a machine or engine work together at the right speed.
the regulation of the speed or synchronization of a mechanism, such as an internal combustion engine.
Simple“The mechanic had to adjust the engine's timing to stop it from making a strange noise.”
In context“Precise ignition timing is critical for maximizing fuel efficiency and reducing emissions in modern high-performance engines.”
Synonyms - 03 B2 Upper Intermediate
the act of measuring how long something takes.
the act or process of measuring the duration of an event or the time taken to complete a task.
Simple“The official was responsible for the timing of each runner in the race.”
In context“Electronic timing has replaced manual stopwatches in professional swimming to ensure accuracy down to the millisecond.”
Synonymsmeasurementchronometry