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alignments

 

[ əˈlaɪnmənts ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

in mathematics

Arrangement of elements in a particular order, especially when comparing two or more sequences or structures.

Synonyms

arrangement, ordering, positioning

Examples of usage

  • The student studied the alignments of DNA sequences.
  • The alignments of the stars in the sky were mesmerizing.
Context #2 | Noun

in technology

Adjustment of components to achieve a specific position or orientation.

Synonyms

adjustment, alignment, calibration

Examples of usage

  • The mechanic performed alignments on the car's wheels.
  • Proper alignments are crucial for the functioning of electronic devices.
Context #3 | Verb

in a general sense

To arrange or position something in a straight line or correct relative positions.

Synonyms

adjust, arrange, position

Examples of usage

  • Please align the text to the left margin.
  • The team needs to align their goals for better cooperation.

Translations

Translations of the word "alignments" in other languages:

🇵🇹 alinhamentos

🇮🇳 संरेखण

🇩🇪 Ausrichtungen

🇮🇩 penyelarasan

🇺🇦 вирівнювання

🇵🇱 wyrównania

🇯🇵 整列

🇫🇷 alignements

🇪🇸 alineaciones

🇹🇷 hizalamalar

🇰🇷 정렬

🇸🇦 محاذاة

🇨🇿 zarovnání

🇸🇰 zarovnania

🇨🇳 对齐

🇸🇮 poravnave

🇮🇸 jöfnun

🇰🇿 түзетілімдер

🇬🇪 გასწორება

🇦🇿 sıralamalar

🇲🇽 alineaciones

Etymology

The word 'alignments' originated from the Old French word 'alignement', which came from the Latin word 'alineare', meaning 'to bring into line'. The concept of aligning objects or elements has been essential in various fields such as mathematics, technology, and even interpersonal relationships.

See also: align, aligned, aligning, alignment, misalign, misalignment, nonaligned, realignment.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #20,471, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.