verb

calibrate

to calibrate, to adjust, to gauge

You need to calibrate the thermometer.

You need to calibrate the thermometer.

We must calibrate our expectations.

We must calibrate our expectations.

((sth.)) to adjust (sth.) for accuracy You need to calibrate the thermometer.

Synonyms: adjust, tune, regulate

From Arabic 'qālib' (mould), related to 'calibre'.

Imagine calibrating scales to ensure they are accurate.

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