Search results for 'coordination':

co-ordinate verb (co-ordinated, co-ordinating) 1 to integrate and adjust (a number of different parts or processes) so as to relate smoothly one to another. 2 to bring (one's limbs or bodily movements) into a smoothly functioning relationship. 3 tr & intr to combine harmoniously. 4 to place or classify in the same order or rank. adj 1 relating to or involving co-ordination or co-ordinates. 2 grammar said of clauses: equal in status, as when joined by and or but. noun 1 (usually coordinate) math, geog either of a pair of numbers taken from a vertical and horizontal axis which together establish the position of a fixed point on a map. 2 geom any of a set of numbers, especially either of a pair, that are used to define the position of a point, line or surface by reference to a system of axes that are usually drawn through a fixed point at right angles to each other. 3 chem denoting a type of covalent bond between two atoms in which both members of the shared pair of electrons are provided by one atom. 4 (co-ordinates) garments designed to be worn together. co-ordination noun 1 harmonious combination. 2 balanced or skilful movement. co-ordinative adj. co-ordinator noun.