(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.
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