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Definition timing in British English

timing noun

noun
/ˈtaɪmɪŋ/
1

the skill or luck that is involved in doing something at the most suitable moment

Example

The decision came, with perfect timing, just before his speech.

Example

This is bad timing, as emotions are running high.

Synonyms and related words
be a good/bad timekeeper timekeeping timing
1.1

the ability to judge time and do or to say things at exactly the right moment

Example

dance steps that require accurate timing

Example

an actor with impeccable comic timing

Synonyms and related words
be a good/bad timekeeper timekeeping timing
2

the date or time when something happens or is planned to happen

Example

They objected to the timing of the election.

Example

factors affecting the timing of births

Synonyms and related words
deadline timing time limit
3

the regular times at which things happen in a series in a car engine

Example

ignition timing

Synonyms and related words
ABS acceleration air brake
Definition timing in British English