v.
Pronunciation: ə - ' r ā nj
Function: verb
Inflected Form: -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 orig. 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 - ' r ā n-j ə r \ noun