calibrer

calibrate, gauge

verb kah-lee-BREH Rare

Also means

size, grade (by caliber)

Usage Note

Calibrer means to measure or adjust something to a precise standard, as in calibrating an instrument. Figuratively it means to tailor or size something carefully — une réponse bien calibrée is a carefully measured response. The noun calibre refers to both the diameter of a bullet and, informally, to the 'class' or quality of a person.

Examples

"Il faut calibrer les capteurs avant le test."

Natural Translation

The sensors must be calibrated before the test.

Literal Translation

It is necessary to calibrate the sensors before the test.

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