aligns
|a-ligns|
B2
/əˈlaɪnz/
(align)
arrange in line
Etymology
Etymology Information
'align' originates from French, specifically the word 'aligner,' where 'a-' meant 'to' and 'ligne' meant 'line.'
Historical Evolution
'aligner' transformed into the English word 'align' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to line up,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to arrange in a straight line or in correct relative positions.
The engineer aligns the wheels of the car.
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Last updated: 2025/06/22 02:51