v. 1 tr. a arrange; put in the correct order or position. b regulate, esp. by a small amount. 2 tr. (usu. foll. by to) make suitable. 3 tr. harmonize (discrepancies). 4 tr. assess (loss or damages). 5 intr. (usu. foll. by to) make oneself suited to; become familiar with (adjust to one's surroundings). adjustable adj. adjustability n. adjuster n. adjustment n.
[ F adjuster f. OF ajoster ult. f. L juxta near ]