coordinates

British

/ -ˌneɪts, kəʊˈɔːdɪnɪts /

plural noun

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coordinates Cultural

A set of numbers, or a single number, that locates a point on a line, on a plane, or in space. If the point is known to be on a given line, only one number is needed to locate it. If the point is known to be on a given plane, two numbers are needed. If the point is known to be located in space, three numbers are needed.

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Social Security coordinates the benefits and pays the higher amount for which you are eligible.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 8, 2026

But the decree included the exact grid coordinates for the square, which borders Putin’s official residence inside the Kremlin.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026

The post read “A new era of PC,” and then listed two numbers which appear to be the coordinates of the Taipei Music Center.

From Barron's • May 29, 2026

The reports said this was due to outdated target coordinates supplied by a US intelligence agency.

From BBC • Apr. 28, 2026

One is free to use any three suitable coordinates, although they have only a limited range of validity.

From "A Brief History of Time: And Other Essays" by Stephen Hawking

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coordinates

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