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synchro en · NOUN · etymology 1

Etymology

Abbreviation of synchronization or synchronized.

Meanings

  1. (countable, informal, uncountable) Any synchronized event, such as synchronized swimming.
    • Patrick Borkowski develops strength and conditioning programs for acrobatic and combat sports, including synchro, at the Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs. 2007 August 21, Aimee Berg, “In Unsteady Waters, a Solid Foundation”, in New York Times:
  2. (countable, uncountable) A type of rotary electrical transformer that is used for measuring the angle of a rotating machine such as an antenna platform. In its general physical construction, it is much like an electric motor.

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Translations (1)

ru сельси́н (a type of rotary transformer used for measuring the angle of a rotating machine)