coordination

Universal Words (BrE also co-ordination) noun [U] 1 the act of making parts of sth, groups of people, etc. work together in an efficient and organized way: We have improved the coordination of services. * a need for greater coordination between departments * a lack of coordination in conservation policy * a pamphlet produced by the government in coordination with (= working together with) the Sports Council * advice on colour coordination (= choosing colours that look nice together, for example in clothes or furniture) 2 the ability to control your movements well: You need good hand-eye coordination to play ball games.