DISORDER


Meaning of DISORDER in English

transcription, транскрипция: [ dɪsɔ:(r)də(r) ]

( disorders)

1.

A disorder is a problem or illness which affects someone’s mind or body.

...a rare nerve disorder that can cause paralysis of the arms.

= complaint

N-VAR : usu with supp

2.

Disorder is a state of being untidy, badly prepared, or badly organized.

The emergency room was in disorder...

= confusion

N-UNCOUNT : oft in N

3.

Disorder is violence or rioting in public.

He called on the authorities to stop public disorder...

= unrest

N-VAR : usu supp N

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