La precisió
Example: La precisió en les mesures és essencial per a l'enginyeria.
Definition
"La precisió" refers to the quality of being exact, accurate, and careful in measurement or execution, especially important in engineering where small errors can have significant consequences. It ensures that results or actions conform closely to a standard or desired value.
Etymology
The term "la precisió" originates from the Latin word 'precisio,' meaning 'cutting off' or 'defining clearly.' Over time, it came to denote exactness or accuracy. Did you know that the root relates to the idea of 'cutting' to achieve a clear and precise boundary, much like in engineering where clear measurements are crucial?
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"La precisió" appears in the Vocaplus list "Catalan - Engineering - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 159 commonly used words.
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