coordination

or co-or·di·na·tion

[ koh-awr-dn-ey-shuhn ]

noun

1. the act or state of coordinating or of being coordinated.
2. proper order or relationship.
3. harmonious combination or interaction, as of functions or parts.

coordination

/ kəʊˌɔːdɪˈneɪʃən /

noun

1. balanced and effective interaction of movement, actions, etc

coordination

1. The use of grammatical structures to give equal emphasis to, or to “coordinate,” two or more words, groups of words, or ideas: “I like eggs and toast.” In the following sentences, each clause receives equal emphasis: “Mr. Jones teaches French, and Ms. Williams teaches English”; “Mr. Jones teaches French, but Ms. Williams teaches English.” ( Compare subordination .)

Other Word Forms

• nonco·ordi·nation noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of coordination¹

First recorded in 1595–1605, coordination is from the Late Latin word coordinātiōn- (stem of coordinātiō ). See co-, ordination

Word History and Origins

Origin of coordination¹

C17: from Late Latin coordinātiō, from Latin ordinātiō an arranging; see ordinate

Example Sentences

The tensions were only exacerbated by the often-petty rivalries between the CIA and FBI that eroded coordination and prompted most leaders to miss the attacks as they were being planned and executed.

From Los Angeles Times

By labeling O’Hara’s work on “The Fall Guy” as “stunt design” rather than coordination — a subtle but significant shift — the filmmakers mirrored other crafts long recognized by the academy, such as costume and production design.

From Los Angeles Times

Riding schools specifically designed for children with special needs aim to improve motor skills and coordination.

From Los Angeles Times

According to the lawsuit, Trump’s order would effectively force states “at breakneck pace, to implement trainings, testing, coordination, implementation, and voter education across multiple State agencies and databases.”

From Los Angeles Times

Israel said it had made a counterproposal in coordination with the US, which has also been mediating.

From BBC

Related Words

• allocation
• allotment
• analysis
• arrangement
• designation
• distribution
• grade
• regulation