ARRANGE


Meaning of ARRANGE in English

transcription, транскрипция: [ ə-ˈrānj ]

verb

( -ranged ; -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

Merriam-Webster's Collegiate English vocabulary.      Энциклопедический словарь английского языка Merriam Webster.