calibration

BrE /kəˌlɪb.reɪ.ʃn/ AmE /kəˌlɪb.reɪ.ʃn/

noun en → es

1 ADJUSTMENT [singular] B2

the process of making something accurate or correct by comparing it with a standard

calibración, ajuste

  • carry out calibration

Collocations calibration process · calibration procedure

  • The technician carried out the calibration of the equipment.

    El técnico realizó la calibración del equipo.

2 REFERENCE [singular] C1

a standard measurement or reference point used for comparison in a process of adjustment

punto de referencia, parámetro

  • use as calibration

Collocations calibration point · calibration standard

  • The factory uses a specific calibration for all its machines.

    La fábrica utiliza una calibración específica para todas sus máquinas.