arranging
|ar-rang-ing|
B1
/əˈreɪndʒɪŋ/
(arrange)
order or plan
Etymology
Etymology Information
'arrange' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'arangier', where 'a-' meant 'to' and 'rangier' meant 'put in order'.
Historical Evolution
'arangier' transformed into the Middle English word 'arangen', and eventually became the modern English word 'arrange'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to put in order', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
present participle of 'arrange'.
She is arranging the flowers in a vase.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39