messa a punto — meaning in English

English meaning

• timing noun The choice of when to do something, especially in relation to its effect.
• tune noun A short, memorable melody or piece of music.

Senses

messa a punto is used for these senses in English:

• timing (countable, uncountable) The regulation of the pace of e.g. an athletic race, the speed of an engine, the delivery of a joke, or the occurrence of a series of events.
• tune (informal) The act of tuning or maintenance.

timing — full definition

1. noun The choice of when to do something, especially in relation to its effect.
2. noun The regulation of pace or rhythm in an activity, such as an engine or a joke.

tune — full definition

1. noun A short, memorable melody or piece of music.
2. verb To adjust an instrument, engine, or device so it works or sounds correctly.
3. verb To adjust a radio or TV to receive a particular signal or channel.

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