time cycle

A "time cycle" refers to a recurring sequence of events or processes that repeat over a specific duration.

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Definition

B2General

(common)A sequence of events that repeats regularly over a specific period.

Example

  • The Earth's rotation creates a daily time cycle of day and night.
  • Many natural phenomena, like the changing seasons, follow a time cycle.

C1Manufacturing

(technical)The total duration required to complete one full process, including production and non-production activities.

Example

  • Reducing the time cycle in manufacturing can increase overall efficiency.
  • The factory aims to shorten the cycle time to meet higher demand.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "time cycle":

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