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coordination

Syllabification: (co·or·di·na·tion)

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Definition of coordination

noun

  • 1the organization of the different elements of a complex body or activity so as to enable them to work together effectively:both countries agreed to intensify efforts at economic policy coordination
  • cooperative effort resulting in an effective relationship:action groups work in coordination with local groups to end rain forest destruction
  • 2the ability to use different parts of the body together smoothly and efficiently:changing from one foot position to another requires coordination and balance
  • 3 Chemistry the linking of atoms by coordinate bonds.

Origin:

mid 17th century (in the sense 'placing in the same rank'): from French or from late Latin coordinatio(n-), based on Latin ordo, ordin- 'order'

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