Dictionary
tracing
noun
: a copy of a picture, map, etc., that is made by tracing the original
Full Definition of TRACING
1
: something that is traced: as a : a copy made on a superimposed transparent sheet b : a graphic record made by an instrument (as a seismograph) that registers some movement
2
: the act of one that traces
See tracing defined for English-language learners
See tracing defined for kids
ADVERTISEMENT
First Known Use of TRACING
14th century
Related to TRACING
TRACING Defined for Kids
tracing
noun trac·ing \ˈtrā-siŋ\
Definition of TRACING for Kids
: a copy of something traced from an original
Medical Dictionary
tracing
noun trac·ing \ˈtrā-siŋ\
Medical Definition of TRACING
: a graphic record made by an instrument (as an electrocardiograph) that registers some movement
Learn More About TRACING
Browse
Next Word in the Dictionary: tracing clothPrevious Word in the Dictionary: trachytoidAll Words Near: tracing
ADVERTISEMENT
Seen & Heard
What made you want to look up tracing? Please tell us where you read or heard it (including the quote, if possible).