fitting
- noun
- /ˈfɪtɪŋ/
- During the medical exam, the doctor discussed the importance of proper fitting for the wheelchair.
- prosthetic fitting
- fitting of a prosthesis
- hearing aid fitting
But another thing you might want to do in terms of model fitting is infer an unknown from something you do know.
- But another thing you might want to do in terms of model fitting is infer an unknown from something you do know.
- Yeah, title thumbnail fitting in an open loop structure is a very interesting thing.
Examples
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Krouskop reported the successful fitting of two persons with AK amputation using this methodology.
Academic text (1996) -
The fitting of the new prosthetic required careful adjustments to ensure comfort and stability.
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First, I have to do the final fitting on your disguise.
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The fitting out of an expedition requires a great deal of attention to detail.
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Pressure areas can result from bed rest or improper fitting or wear of a brace.
Academic text (2005) -
Therefore, the development of a PC-based system may facilitate the design and fitting of orthoses.
Academic text (1995) -
The anatomy of some patients' ears precludes the proper fitting of a commercially manufactured ear plug.
Academic text (1995) -
The quality of prosthetic socket fitting can be evaluated by the subjective observation of the prosthetists.
Academic text (2001) -
The fitting process for the gloves took longer than expected to achieve the right size.
Synonyms
A small change that makes something fit or work better
Becoming suited to new conditions like a new job or climate
Changing something so it suits a person's needs or tastes
To change actions or ideas to fit new conditions
A process of changing to fit new conditions
Antonyms
Compounds
- Specialized
Work that installs and fixes pipes and machines for steam, heating or cooling systems
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
Fitting meaning the act of making something suitable comes from fit, which means 'to make right' or 'to suit', so a fitting is the process of adjusting something so it 'works' in its situation.