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configurations

 

[ kənˌfɪɡjʊˈreɪʃənz ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

computer software

The arrangement of parts or elements in a particular form, figure, or combination.

Synonyms

arrangement, layout, setup

Examples of usage

  • The software allows users to customize their own configurations.
  • The new update introduced a more efficient configuration for the system.
Context #2 | Noun

engineering

The relative position or angle of the parts of a device or machine.

Synonyms

alignment, orientation, positioning

Examples of usage

  • The engineer adjusted the configurations of the engine for optimal performance.
  • Understanding the configurations of the circuit board is essential for troubleshooting.
Context #3 | Noun

general

The way in which something is arranged or set up.

Synonyms

arrangement, layout, setup

Examples of usage

  • The configurations of the furniture in the room create a cozy atmosphere.
  • The configurations of the company's policies have evolved over time.

Translations

Translations of the word "configurations" in other languages:

🇵🇹 configurações

🇮🇳 कॉन्फ़िगरेशन

🇩🇪 Konfigurationen

🇮🇩 konfigurasi

🇺🇦 конфігурації

🇵🇱 konfiguracje

🇯🇵 構成

🇫🇷 configurations

🇪🇸 configuraciones

🇹🇷 yapılandırmalar

🇰🇷 구성

🇸🇦 تكوينات

🇨🇿 konfigurace

🇸🇰 konfigurácie

🇨🇳 配置

🇸🇮 konfiguracije

🇮🇸 stillingar

🇰🇿 конфигурациялар

🇬🇪 კონფიგურაციები

🇦🇿 konfiqurasiyalar

🇲🇽 configuraciones

Etymology

The word 'configurations' originated from the Latin word 'configurare', which means 'to form'. It entered the English language in the mid-16th century. Over time, the term has been widely used in various fields such as computer science, engineering, and general settings to refer to the arrangement or setup of different elements or parts.

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Position #7,636 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.