synchronization

noun

syn·​chro·​ni·​za·​tion ˌsiŋ-krə-nə-ˈzā-shən How to pronounce synchronization (audio)
ˌsin-
1
: the act or result of synchronizing
2
: the state of being synchronous

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Surprisingly, though, limb synchronization in Comoretto’s robot appeared as an emergent property of its design. ArsTechnica, 13 May 2025 Bioelectrical synchronization of Picea abies during a solar eclipse Bulletin of the AAS. Jack Knudson, Discover Magazine, 30 Apr. 2025 This brain synchronization was tied to an increase in mutual prosocial behavior. Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 23 Apr. 2025 Musicians will take the stage to perform the film score in synchronization with the original movie, presented in its entirety on large cinema screens. Katcy Stephan, Variety, 9 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for synchronization

Word History

First Known Use

1828, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of synchronization was in 1828

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“Synchronization.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/synchronization. Accessed 3 Jun. 2025.

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