precision (prɪˈsɪʒən
)
Definitions
noun
- the quality of being precise; accuracy
- (modifier) characterized by or having a high degree of exactness ⇒
precision grinding
a precision instrument
Alternative Forms
preˈcisionism noun preˈcisionist nounWord Origin
C17: from Latin praecīsiō a cutting off; see preciseSynonyms
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exactness,
care,
accuracy,
fidelity,
correctness,
rigour,
nicety,
particularity,
exactitude,
meticulousness,
definiteness,
dotting the i's and crossing the t's
preciseness,
Usage examples
His shoes were racked and lined up with military precision like Latovsky's shoes.
, Doll's Eyes (1994)The beauties and oddities of the shoreline and the marine world are brought before our eyes in vivid colour and with scientific precision.
Country Life (2004)There was a surgical precision about his work that bordered on obsessive.
Globe and Mail (2003)The procession moves forward with less than military precision , the lady at the head of each lodge bearing a crown on a cushion.
Glasgow Herald (2001)This combines the intellect and will of the human spirit with an equine passion focused into the aim and precision of the archer.
, MOON ASTROLOGY FOR LOVERS (2002)