Intercalation
Pronunciation: /ˈˌɪntɝˈkɑˈɫætˈaɪˌɑn/
Intercalation (noun)
- The act of inserting one thing into another, often used in science or mathematics.
- A method of adding extra time to a calendar system to keep it accurate.
Examples
- Intercalation can improve the structure of the material.
- Intercalation is necessary for aligning the calendar with the seasons.
Common collocations: insert an element, enhance the process, adjust the calendar, add a month