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precision

pre·ci·sion [ prə sí'n ]


noun 
Definition:
 
1. exactness: exactness or accuracy

2. mathematics accuracy in calculation: the accuracy to which a calculation is performed, specifying the number of significant digits with which the result is expressed



adjective 
Definition:
 
relating to exactness or accuracy: allowing for, made with, or requiring great exactness or accuracy
precision instruments

[Late 16th century. Via French< Latin praecision-< praecis-, past participle of praecidere (see precise)]
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