Meaning of the word calibre in English
What does calibre mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
calibre
US /ˈkæl.ə.bɚ/
UK /ˈkæl.ɪ.bər/
Noun
1.
the quality of someone's ability or the quality of something
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The team has players of the highest calibre.
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The university attracts students of high academic calibre.
2.
the diameter of the inside of a gun barrel, or the diameter of a bullet or shell
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The pistol was a .45 calibre.
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He examined the bullet to determine its calibre.
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