dictionary.pt
to calibrate
verbtechnicalcommon/kɐ.li.bɾaɾ/ca·li·brar
Definition
1To adjust or mark a measuring instrument so that it can be used accurately.
Usage examples
“You need to calibrate the thermometer before using it.”
“The machine is calibrated to detect minute changes.”
Synonyms
Common combinations
calibrate equipmentcalibrate a scalecalibrate instrumentscalibrate accurately