synchronizing
|syn-chro-niz-ing|
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/ˈsɪŋkrəˌnaɪzɪŋ/
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/ˈsɪŋkrənaɪzɪŋ/
(synchronize)
operate simultaneously
Etymology
Etymology Information
'synchronize' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'synchronos,' where 'syn-' meant 'together' and 'chronos' meant 'time.'
Historical Evolution
'synchronos' transformed into the Latin word 'synchronizare,' and eventually became the modern English word 'synchronize' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to occur at the same time,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to cause to occur or operate at the same time or rate.
The director synchronized the music with the dance routine.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45