tracking (B1)

verb

Pronunciation: ˈtrækɪŋ

Definition

The action of following or observing someone or something, often to gather information or monitor progress.

Examples

• The website uses cookies for user tracking.

• The dog is excellent at tracking game through the woods.

• We are tracking the progress of the new project closely.

How to Use tracking

track down (phrasal verb)

To find someone or something after a long or difficult search. — "It took the detective weeks to track down the missing witness."

track progress (collocation)

To monitor how well something is developing or advancing. — "We need a system for tracking the progress of our sales team."

track record (collocation)

The past achievements or performance of a person or organization. — "The company has an excellent track record in customer service."

Synonyms of tracking

Words with a similar meaning to tracking:

• following
• pursuit
• monitoring
• surveillance

Antonyms of tracking

Words with the opposite meaning to tracking:

• leading
• ignoring
• evading

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