To coordinate
Example: They coordinate tasks across teams
Definition
"To coordinate" means to organize, arrange, or bring different elements or activities into a harmonious or efficient relationship, ensuring that tasks or efforts work together smoothly, as in the example phrase 'They coordinate tasks across teams.'
Etymology
The verb "to coordinate" comes from the Latin root 'ordinare,' meaning to arrange or set in order, combined with the prefix 'co-' meaning together. It evolved through French and English usage to describe the action of organizing multiple parts to function as a whole. Did you know? The word 'coordinate' was first used in English in the early 17th century, initially in a more mathematical sense before expanding to general organizing tasks.
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"To coordinate" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (B2) - set 5", containing 112 commonly used words.
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