1. the choice of when to do something in order to achieve the best result
2. the time when something happens or is planned to happen
3. the ability to choose the right moment to do something

Examples

• The timing of the announcement was perfect.
• Her timing was off when she told the joke.
• The timing of the meeting conflicts with my schedule.
• Good timing is essential for a successful comedy performance.
• The timing of the traffic lights needs adjustment.
• His timing in the stock market made him wealthy.
• The timing mechanism in the clock is broken.