noun
synchronization
noun
1
The act or state of making things happen at the same time or run at matching rates.
"Synchronization of the audio and video tracks fixed the lip-sync problem."
"The app relies on cloud synchronization to keep files updated across devices."
2
In military planning, the careful timing and coordination of actions so that combined forces have maximum effect at the right place and moment.
"The operation depended on precise synchronization between the air and ground units."
How to Use Synchronization
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishGetting things to line up in time, whether that's two clocks, two files, or two military units.
Common pairings
data synchronization
lip synchronization
synchronization error
Word Forms
synchronizations plural
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Etymology
From "synchronize" plus the noun-forming suffix "-ation."