coordinate; connect in series
Meanings
2 senses · 8 examplesverb
to contact one by one; to coordinate for joint action
Often used for organizing people or groups to act together. Can carry a neutral or slightly negative connotation (collusion) depending on context.
He contacted several neighbors to repair the road together.
We coordinated with several merchants to boycott unfair competition.
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They coordinated multiple classes to organize a large charity sale.
These people colluded to manipulate the election results.
verb
to connect in series (electronics)
technicalTechnical term in electronics and physics. Opposite of 并联 (parallel connection). Can function as a noun meaning 'series connection'.
These two resistors are connected in series.
In a series circuit, the current is equal everywhere.
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We need to connect the batteries in series to obtain a higher voltage.
Are these light bulbs connected in series or in parallel?