ordering
|or/der/ing|
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/ˈɔrdərɪŋ/
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/ˈɔːdərɪŋ/
(order)
arrangement or command
Etymology
Etymology Information
'ordering' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'ordren,' where 'ordren' meant 'to arrange or command.'
Historical Evolution
'ordren' transformed into the modern English word 'order,' and eventually became 'ordering' as a present participle form.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to arrange or command,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'arranging or requesting.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the arrangement or sequence of something.
The ordering of the books on the shelf was alphabetical.
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Verb 1
present participle of 'order'.
She is ordering a pizza for dinner.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45