precision
UK/prɪˈsɪʒn/US/pri'siʒәn/
IELTSTOEFLB1
Definitions
n.
The quality of being exact and accurate.
精确，准确。
n.
(attributive) Marked by exactness of execution (precision engineering).
（作定语）精密的，高精度的。
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedprecise + -ion (state) = the state of being precisely cut — exactness. Often used attributively for high-accuracy work: precision engineering, precision instruments.
Root cid still carries 44 more wordsCommon Collocations
- 1.with precision精准地
- 2.precision engineering精密工程
- 3.pinpoint precision丝毫不差的精度
Example Sentences
- 1.
The surgeon worked with extraordinary precision.
- 2.
The parts are made to a precision of one micron.