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précision

precision, accuracy

noun preh-see-ZYOHN Rare

Origin: Latin 'praecisio' (cutting off)

Also means

clarification, detail

Usage Note

précision covers both the quality of being exact and a specific clarifying remark. Avec précision means 'with precision.' The adjective précis (precise, exact) is closely related and used very frequently in French.

Examples

"Il parle avec une grande précision."

Natural Translation

He speaks with great precision.

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