synchronization

noun

syn·​chro·​ni·​za·​tion ˌsiŋ-krə-nə-ˈzā-shən How to pronounce synchronization (audio)
ˌsin-
1
: the act or result of synchronizing
2
: the state of being synchronous

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Focus On Data Quality: Implement robust data collection, establish real-time data synchronization, and validate accuracy and consistency. Gabriel Gonzalez, Forbes, 5 Dec. 2024 The visuals on the screen behind them showed previous performances of the song, and this synchronization of past and present tugged at the audience’s heartstrings. Billboard Japan, Billboard, 2 Dec. 2024 By offering high performance, a clean UX, responsive offline functionality, and real-time data synchronization, Gregory Gevorkyan is building a new vision for modern accounting with Modernbanc. William Mullane, USA TODAY, 28 Nov. 2024 The increase was driven by growth in digital, performance and synchronization revenue, partially offset by lower mechanical revenue. Jem Aswad, Variety, 21 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for synchronization 

Word History

First Known Use

1828, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of synchronization was in 1828

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“Synchronization.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/synchronization. Accessed 7 Jan. 2025.

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