Calibrate Definition
kălə-brāt
calibrated, calibrates, calibrating
verb
calibrated, calibrates, calibrating
To fix, check, or correct the graduations of (a measuring instrument, as a thermometer)
Webster's New World
To make corrections in; adjust.
Calibrated the polling procedures to ensure objectivity.
American Heritage
To determine the caliber of.
Webster's New World
To adjust (a display setting) so that recorded images are accurately reproduced.
Calibrated the tint on the computer monitor.
American Heritage
To check or adjust by comparison with a standard.
Wiktionary
Origin of Calibrate
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From caliber + -ate.
From Wiktionary
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