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arrange

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Main Entry: ar·range

Pronunciation: \ə-ˈrānj\

Function: verb

Inflected Form(s): ar·ranged; ar·rang·ing

Etymology: Middle English arangen, from Middle French arenger, from a- + renger to set in ranks, from renc, ranc row — more at rank

Date: 1638

transitive verb 1 : to put into a proper order or into a correct or suitable sequence, relationship, or adjustment <arrange flowers in a vase> <arrange cards alphabetically>
2 : to make preparations for : plan <arranged a reception for the visitor>
3 a : to adapt (a musical composition) by scoring for voices or instruments other than those for which originally written b : orchestrate
4 : to bring about an agreement or understanding concerning : settle <arrange an exchange of war prisoners>intransitive verb 1 : to bring about an agreement or understanding <arranged to have a table at the restaurant>
2 : to make preparations : plan <arranged for a vacation with his family>

synonyms see order

— ar·rang·er \ə-ˈrān-jər\ noun

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