calibration
UK: ˌkælɪˈbreɪʃən | US: ˌkælɪˈbreɪʃən
n. the act or process of calibrating (adjusting or standardizing measurements or equipment).
n. the gradations or markings on a measuring instrument.
The word "calibration" derives from "calibrate," which originates from the French "calibre" (meaning "bore of a gun" or "standard of measurement"), itself likely borrowed from Arabic "qālib" (meaning "mold" or "form"). The suffix "-ion" turns the verb into a noun, signifying the process or result of adjusting to a standard. The evolution reflects a shift from physical molds (e.g., for bullets) to abstract precision in measurements.
The calibration of the microscope ensured accurate results.
Regular calibration of lab equipment is essential for reliability.
The thermometer’s calibration was checked against a known standard.
Engineers completed the calibration of the sensor array.
Without proper calibration, the data may be misleading.