Coordinate: meaning, definitions and examples

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coordinate

[ kəʊˈɔːdɪnət ]

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mathematics

A pair of numbers that locate a point on a plane. The first number represents the horizontal position, while the second number represents the vertical position.

Synonyms

location, point, position

Examples of usage

The coordinates of the point (3, 4) are 3 for the x-axis and 4 for the y-axis.
To plot a point on the coordinate plane, you need to know its coordinates.

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organization

To bring different elements into a harmonious relationship or order. To work together smoothly and efficiently towards a common goal.

Synonyms

harmonize, organize, synchronize

Examples of usage

It is important to coordinate the efforts of all team members to achieve success.
The event planner will coordinate the logistics for the conference.

Translations

Translations of the word "coordinate" in other languages:

🇵🇹 coordenar

🇮🇳 समन्वय करना (samanvay karna)

🇩🇪 koordinieren

🇮🇩 mengkoordinasikan

🇺🇦 координувати

🇵🇱 koordynować

🇯🇵 調整する (chōsei suru)

🇫🇷 coordonner

🇪🇸 coordinar

🇹🇷 koordinat etmek

🇰🇷 조정하다 (jojeonghada)

🇸🇦 نسق (nasqa)

🇨🇿 koordinovat

🇸🇰 koordinovať

🇨🇳 协调 (xiétiáo)

🇸🇮 koordinirati

🇮🇸 samræma

🇰🇿 үйлестіру (üylestiru)

🇬🇪 კოორდინაცია (koordinatsia)

🇦🇿 koordinasiya etmək

🇲🇽 coordinar

Word origin

The word 'coordinate' originated from the Latin word 'coordinatus', which means 'arranged in order'. It entered the English language in the 17th century. The concept of coordinates in mathematics was developed in the 17th century by René Descartes, who introduced Cartesian coordinates to represent points in space. Over time, 'coordinate' has evolved to encompass various meanings related to organization, teamwork, and spatial positioning.