fine-tune

[fahyn-toon, -tyoon]

verb (used with object)

fine-tuned, fine-tuning 

1. to tune (a radio or television receiver) to produce the optimum reception for the desired station or channel by adjusting a control knob or bar.

2. tune.

3. to make minor adjustments in so as to produce stability, improvement, or the precise results desired.

   to fine-tune the nation's economy.

fine-tune

verb

1. (tr) to make fine adjustments to (something) in order to obtain optimum performance

Other Word Forms

• fine-tuner noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of fine-tune¹

First recorded in 1920–25

Example Sentences

"We eagerly await more details on the new funding, and hope the government will listen to the needs of students when fine-tuning their plans."

From BBC

Each driver is free to choose their own set-up to fine-tune their car.

From BBC

The revisions also incorporate fine-tuning of seasonal adjustments, the BLS says.

From Los Angeles Times

Race cars and blockbuster movies have a core thing in common: They’re expensive contraptions made by teams who are painfully aware that they can fine-tune everything and still crash.

From Los Angeles Times

In order to fine-tune for the series against India in June, he may play one of the two matches England Lions have scheduled against India A from 30 May or 6 June.

From BBC

Related Words

• adjust 
• calibrate 
• tweak