coordinate

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coordinate

The mechanic uses a machine to coordinate the wheels of the car.

Definition
  1. Verb:

    • To bring different elements into a harmonious or efficient relationship: To organize or integrate separate parts so they work together effectively.
    • To make arrangements so that separate activities or groups work together effectively: To synchronize actions or efforts.
    • To be or become equal in rank, importance, or degree (often used in a grammatical or mathematical context): To function as elements of equal syntactic importance.
  2. Noun:

    • A set of numbers that determines the position of a point, line, or shape: A number in an ordered pair or triplet that gives a location on a graph, map, or grid system (e.g., x and y coordinates).
  3. Adjective:

    • Equal in rank, importance, or degree: Having the same order or status, often used to describe grammatical elements (e.g., coordinate clauses).
Examples of Usage
  • Verb:

    • We need to coordinate our schedules to find a meeting time.
    • The manager will coordinate the efforts of the marketing and sales teams.
    • The dance troupe practiced hard to coordinate their movements perfectly.
  • Noun:

    • The map showed the exact coordinates of the treasure.
    • Enter the GPS coordinates into the navigation system.
  • Adjective:

    • "And" often joins two coordinate clauses in a sentence.
    • The two departments have coordinate status within the organization.
Advanced Usage
  • "Coordinate with": To arrange something in conjunction with someone or something else.

    • Please coordinate with the logistics department before finalizing the plan.
  • "Coordinate system": A system for specifying points using numbers (coordinates).

    • The Cartesian coordinate system uses perpendicular axes.
Variants and Related Words
  • Coordination (n): The organization of different elements to enable effective cooperation.
    • The project required excellent coordination.
  • Coordinator (n): A person responsible for organizing people or activities.
    • She is the event coordinator.
  • Uncoordinated (adj): Lacking organization or the ability to move parts smoothly together.
    • His efforts were uncoordinated and ineffective.
Synonyms
  • Organize: To arrange systematically.
  • Synchronize: To cause to occur at the same time.
  • Integrate: To combine into a whole.
  • Align: To place in a line or bring into alignment.
Related Phrasal Verbs
  • Coordinate with: To work or plan together with.
    • You must coordinate with the main office on all financial matters.
Related Idioms
  • (To be) in coordination with: Working together harmoniously with.
    • The charity worked in coordination with local authorities.
coordinate

The mechanic uses a machine to coordinate the wheels of the car.

Adjective
  1. of equal importance, rank, or degree
Noun
  1. a number that identifies a position relative to an axis
Verb
  1. bring (components or parts) into proper or desirable coordination correlation
    • align the wheels of my car
    • ordinate similar parts
  2. be co-ordinated
    • These activities coordinate well
  3. bring into common action, movement, or condition
    • coordinate the painters, masons, and plumbers
    • coordinate his actions with that of his colleagues
    • coordinate our efforts
  4. bring order and organization to
    • Can you help me organize my files?