tracking
word · lemma: track
Definition
The act of following or monitoring the movement, progress, or location of someone or something. It is often used for packages, data, animals, fitness, or online activity.
Usage & Nuances
Common in tech, shipping, fitness, and security contexts. 'Tracking' often suggests continuous monitoring with a system or device, while 'following' is broader. Common collocations: 'tracking number', 'tracking device', 'tracking information', 'tracking data'.
Example Sentences
The app shows tracking for my package.
basic
Animal tracking helps scientists learn where birds go.
basic
I'm okay with fitness tracking, but I don't want apps tracking my location all day.
natural
She uses a watch for sleep tracking.
basic
I finally got the tracking number, so we can see when it arrives.
natural
The site says the tracking hasn't updated since yesterday.
natural