coordination
noun
co·or·di·na·tion
(ˌ)kō-ˌȯr-də-ˈnā-shən 
1
: the process of organizing people or groups so that they work together properly and well
2
: the harmonious functioning of parts for effective results
The game requires excellent hand-eye coordination.
Examples of coordination in a Sentence
The new agency will oversee the coordination of the various departments.
The manager is in charge of project coordination.
There needs to be better coordination between departments.
the coordination of our schedules
better coordination of the dancers' moves
Playing sports improves strength and coordination.
The illness causes a loss of coordination.
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Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 16 Feb. 2026
García Harfuch underscored the coordination between the three levels of government and the enhanced use of intelligence as pivotal components of the security strategy.
—Alexandra Mendoza, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Feb. 2026
More coordination and funding for highly skilled jobs.
—Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Feb. 2026
Advocates say more beds and better coordination between organizations are needed to protect vulnerable people.
—Mark Reynolds, The Providence Journal, 14 Feb. 2026
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“Coordination.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/coordination. Accessed 18 Feb. 2026.
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coordination
noun
co·or·di·na·tion
(ˌ)kō-ˌȯrd-ᵊn-ˈā-shən
1
: the act of coordinating
2
: smooth working together (as of parts)
good muscular coordination
Medical Definition
coordination
noun
co·or·di·na·tion
(ˌ)kō-ˌȯrd-ᵊn-ˈā-shən
1
: the act or action of coordinating
2
: the harmonious functioning of parts (as muscle and nerves) for most effective results
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