allineation
|al-li-ne-a-tion|
C2
/əˌlɪniˈeɪʃən/
arranging in a straight line
Etymology
Etymology Information
'allineation' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'allineare,' where 'ad-' meant 'toward' and 'linea' meant 'line.'
Historical Evolution
'allineare' transformed into the French word 'aligner,' and eventually became the modern English word 'align' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to bring into line,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'arranging in a straight line.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the act of aligning or arranging in a straight line.
The allineation of the planets was a rare astronomical event.
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Last updated: 2025/06/27 02:51