Phrase guide

cycle time

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

The total elapsed time to complete an operation or set of operations.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: computer, computing, engineering, mathematics, natural-sciences, physical-sciences, science, sciences, software

Examples

  • Order cycle time can now be minutes from when the customer starts entering an order to when it is visible to the warehouse.
  • Production cycle time is not as important as the time spent in transit.
  • Design cycle time for an all-new state-of-the-art compressor is still years from go-ahead to readiness for manufacture.

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noun

Meaning 2

the time equipment takes to complete one cycle of operation, from start to finish

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Qualifier: equipment

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History

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