alignments
|a-lign-ments|
B2
/əˈlaɪnmənts/
(alignment)
straight line or agreement
Etymology
Etymology Information
'alignment' originates from French, specifically the word 'alignement,' where 'a-' meant 'to' and 'ligne' meant 'line.'
Historical Evolution
'alignement' transformed into the English word 'alignment' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to bring into line,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the arrangement in a straight line or in correct relative positions.
The alignments of the planets were studied by astronomers.
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Noun 2
a position of agreement or alliance.
The political alignments shifted after the election.
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Last updated: 2025/06/22 02:36