De kalibratie
Example: De kalibratie van het meetinstrument is essentieel voor nauwkeurigheid.
Definition
The term "de kalibratie" refers to the process of adjusting and standardizing a measuring instrument to ensure its accuracy and precision. It is essential for obtaining reliable measurements in various technical and scientific applications.
Etymology
"De kalibratie" comes from the French word 'calibrage,' which in turn derives from the Italian 'calibro,' meaning 'measure' or 'gauge.' This word entered Dutch through technical jargon, reflecting its role in precise measurement and adjustment. Did you know that calibration originally related to the use of a 'caliber,' a tool to measure diameter?
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"De kalibratie" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Engineering - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 159 commonly used words.
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