co-ordinate

/kou'ɔ:dnit/

Thân thiện

The graph shows a point at the co-ordinate (3, 5).

Definition

1. Verb:

   • To organize different elements or people so that they work together effectively and efficiently.
   • To make various parts, movements, or processes function in a harmonious or synchronized way.

2. Noun:

   • A set of numbers used to determine the position of a point, line, or shape on a map, graph, or within a system of axes.
   • (Often in plural, coordinates) A set of numbers or a location determined by such numbers.

Usage

• Verb:
  • The manager will coordinate the schedules for all departments.
  • It is important to coordinate your breathing with your strokes while swimming.
• Noun:
  • The map uses grid coordinates to pinpoint the exact location.
  • The first number in a pair of Cartesian coordinates represents the position on the x-axis.

Advanced Usage

• "to coordinate with": To arrange something in conjunction with another person or group.
  • We need to coordinate with the marketing team before launching the campaign.
• "to coordinate an effort/response": To organize a collective action.
  • The agency was tasked with coordinating the international relief effort.

Variants and Related Words

• Coordination (n): The organization of different elements to enable them to work together effectively.
  • The project's success depended on excellent coordination between teams.
• Coordinator (n): A person responsible for organizing people or activities.
  • She is the event coordinator.
• Coordinated (adj): Operating effectively together; having good physical control.
  • The dancers gave a highly coordinated performance.

Synonyms

• Organize: To arrange systematically.
• Synchronize: To cause to occur at the same time or rate.
• Integrate: To combine one thing with another to form a whole.

Related Phrasal Verbs

• Coordinate with: To work together with someone by arranging your activities to fit with theirs.
  • Please coordinate with the logistics department for delivery times.

Related Idioms

• (To be) in coordination with: Working together in an organized way with another party.
  • The police acted in close coordination with local authorities.

Học thuật

Noun

1. a number that identifies a position relative to an axis

Từ đồng nghĩa

• coordinate