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单词 timing
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timing

noun

tim·​ing ˈtī-miŋ How to pronounce timing (audio)
1
a
: placement or occurrence in time
the timing of the sale couldn't have been better
b
: the ability to select the precise moment for doing something for optimum effect
a boxer with impeccable timing
2
: observation and recording (as by a stopwatch) of the elapsed time of an act, action, or process

Example Sentences

The timing of the sale could not have been better. Her timing was a little off and she missed the shot. an athlete with impeccable timing
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Word History

First Known Use

circa 1659, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Kids Definition

timing

noun

tim·​ing
ˈtī-miŋ
: the time when something happens or is done especially when it is thought of as having a good or bad effect on the result
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