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precision

noun
prɪˈsɪʒ.ən

Meaning

The quality of being exact and accurate.
the quality of being exact and accurate; the condition of being precise
The quality of being exact, accurate, and careful.

Example Sentences

High precision instruments are used in surgery.

The surgeon operated with great precision and skill.

The surgeon operated with great precision.

Example Expressions

precision work

Synonyms

accuracy, exactness, perfection, correctness, detail, meticulousness
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accuracy, exactness, perfection
Entry 2
accuracy, exactness, correctness, detail
Entry 3
accuracy, exactness, correctness, meticulousness

Antonyms

inaccuracy, error, vagueness, imprecision
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inaccuracy, error, vagueness
Entry 2
imprecision, inaccuracy, vagueness
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inaccuracy, vagueness, imprecision

Collocations

surgical precision, mathematical precision, precision instrument, with precision, high precision, precision measurement, precision engineering
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surgical precision, mathematical precision, precision instrument, with precision
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with precision, high precision, precision measurement, precision engineering

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