precision

pre·ci·sion

Use precision in a sentence

Cutting construction paper hearts with precision using scissors.

adjective

The definition of precision is something made with exact measurements.
An example of precision used as an adjective is the term "precision tool" which means a device used to make concise measurements.

noun

Precision is defined as the quality of being exact.
An example of precision is perfectly cutting a piece of paper.

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precision

the quality of being precise; exactness, accuracy, etc.
the degree of this

Origin of precision

French from Classical Latin praecisio, a cutting off

characterized by precision, as in measurement, operation, etc.
requiring low tolerance, as in manufacturing

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precision

noun

The state or quality of being precise; exactness.
a. The ability of a measurement to be consistently reproduced.
b. The number of significant digits to which a value has been reliably measured.

adjective

Used or intended for accurate or exact measurement: a precision tool.
Made so as to vary minimally from a set standard: precision components.
Of or characterized by accurate action: precision bombing.

Origin of precision

Latin praecīsiō praecīsiōn- a cutting off from praecīsus past participle of praecīdere to cut off ; see precise .

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Noun

(countable and uncountable, plural precisions)

the state of being precise or exact; exactness
the ability of a measurement to be reproduced consistently
(mathematics) the number of significant digits to which a value may be measured reliably

Adjective

(not comparable)

Used for exact or precise measurement.
Made, or characterized by accuracy.

Origin

From Middle French precision.

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precision - Computer Definition

The number of digits used to express the fractional part of a number. The more digits, the more precision. See single precision and double precision. See also accuracy.

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