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randomize

|ran-dom-ize|

B2

🇺🇸

/ˈrændəˌmaɪz/

🇬🇧

/ˈrændəmaɪz/

arrange randomly

Etymology
Etymology Information

'randomize' originates from the word 'random,' which comes from the Old French word 'randir,' meaning 'to gallop.'

Historical Evolution

'random' evolved from the Old French word 'randir' and eventually became the modern English word 'random.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'random' meant 'speed' or 'impetuosity,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'lacking a definite plan, purpose, or pattern.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Verb 1

to arrange or select items in a random order.

The software can randomize the order of the questions.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45