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Parallelling: meaning, definitions and examples

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parallelling

 

[ pəˈræləˌlɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

performing actions

Parallelling refers to the act of performing multiple actions simultaneously or in a manner that mirrors each other. In various contexts, it can relate to operations in computing, routine tasks, or even artistic expressions where different elements align with one another.

Synonyms

aligning, matching, synchronizing

Examples of usage

  • The two dancers were parallelling their movements beautifully.
  • The software allowed for parallelling several processes to improve efficiency.
  • In writing, achievements and struggles can be parallelling themes.

Translations

Translations of the word "parallelling" in other languages:

🇵🇹 paralelização

🇮🇳 समानांतरता

🇩🇪 Parallelschaltung

🇮🇩 paralelisme

🇺🇦 паралелізм

🇵🇱 równoległość

🇯🇵 並行

🇫🇷 parallélisme

🇪🇸 paralelismo

🇹🇷 paralellik

🇰🇷 병렬

🇸🇦 التوازي

🇨🇿 paralelismus

🇸🇰 paralelizmus

🇨🇳 并行

🇸🇮 paralelizem

🇮🇸 samsíða

🇰🇿 параллелизм

🇬🇪 პარალელიზმი

🇦🇿 paralelizm

🇲🇽 paralelismo

Etymology

The word 'paralleling' is derived from 'parallel', which comes from the Greek word 'parallelos', meaning 'side by side'. This term evolved through Latin 'parallelus' and Middle French 'parallèle'. Its original use dates back to the 15th century, primarily in geometry, where it described lines that remain the same distance apart. Over time, its application broadened to various fields, including music, where it describes harmonization of melodies, and literature, where it signifies similar themes or character arcs. In modern usage, 'paralleling' has found a niche in computing and performance art, reflecting the need for synchronization and harmony in both technology and creativity.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #41,277, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.