Arrange: meaning, definitions and examples

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arrange

 

[ əˈreɪndʒ ]

Verb / Noun
Oxford 3000 Verbs
Context #1 | Verb

order

To put things in a particular order or position, typically in a neat or attractive way; to organize or plan something in a systematic way.

Synonyms

organize, set-up, sort out

Examples of usage

  • She arranged the flowers in a vase on the table.
  • He arranged a meeting with the clients for next week.
Context #2 | Verb

musical

To adapt a piece of music for performance by voices or instruments; to compose or write music for a particular instrument or voice.

Synonyms

compose, orchestrate, score

Examples of usage

  • He arranged the song for a full orchestra.
  • She arranged a solo piano piece for a jazz band.
Context #3 | Noun

agreement

An agreement or settlement; a plan or preparation made in advance.

Synonyms

agreement, deal, settlement

Examples of usage

  • They came to an arrangement about the schedule.
  • The hotel made arrangements for their transportation.

Translations

Translations of the word "arrange" in other languages:

🇵🇹 arranjar

🇮🇳 व्यवस्थित करना

🇩🇪 arrangieren

🇮🇩 mengatur

🇺🇦 влаштовувати

🇵🇱 zorganizować

🇯🇵 手配する

🇫🇷 arranger

🇪🇸 organizar

🇹🇷 düzenlemek

🇰🇷 정리하다

🇸🇦 ترتيب

🇨🇿 uspořádat

🇸🇰 usporiadať

🇨🇳 安排

🇸🇮 urediti

🇮🇸 raða

🇰🇿 ретке келтіру

🇬🇪 მოწყობა

🇦🇿 təşkil etmək

🇲🇽 organizar

Etymology

The word 'arrange' originated from the Middle English word 'arrayngen', which came from Old French 'arengier', ultimately derived from the Latin 'ad-' (to) and 'rangere' (put in a row). The concept of arranging objects or events in a specific order has been a fundamental aspect of human civilization throughout history, reflecting the human desire for organization and structure.

See also: arrangeable, arranged, arrangement, arrangements, arranger, arrangers, arranges, arranging, disarrange, misarrange, misarrangement, prearranged, rearrange, unarranged.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #5,000, this word represents useful upper-intermediate vocabulary. Understanding and using it will help you express more complex ideas effectively.