arrange

verb ar·range \ ə-ˈrānj \

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Definition of arrange

arranged; arranging

transitive verb

1 : to put into a proper order or into a correct or suitable sequence, relationship, or adjustment

arrange flowers in a vase

arrange cards alphabetically

2 : to make preparations for : plan

arranged a reception for the visitor

3 a : to adapt (a musical composition) by scoring for voices or instruments other than those for which originally written

b : orchestrate

4 : to bring about an agreement or understanding concerning : settle

arrange an exchange of war prisoners

intransitive verb

1 : to bring about an agreement or understanding

She arranged to have a table at the restaurant.

2 : to make preparations : plan

He arranged for a vacation with his family.

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arranger

play \ə-ˈrān-jər\ noun

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Examples of arrange in a Sentence

She arranged her pictures on her desk.
He arranged some fresh fruit neatly on a plate.
arranging flowers in a vase
We arranged and rearranged the order several times.
She arranged her hair on top of her head.
Please arrange a meeting with your partners.
I think we can arrange a deal.
Let's arrange our schedules so that we can meet for lunch.
You'll need to arrange transportation from the airport.
He arranged her last two albums.

Recent Examples of arrange from the Web

Albright to North A few weeks after Jo’s trip, U.S. Secretary of State Madeleine Albright made a reciprocal visit to Pyongyang to try to arrange a North Korea visit by Clinton.

— Time, "From Spy Games to Summits, Here Are 10 Historic Moments in U.S.-North Korean Relations," 11 June 2018
They are advised to contact (844) 467-7278 from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Friday and 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday and Sunday to arrange for disposal or return of the product.

— dwight adams, Indianapolis Star, "Indianapolis fruit producer believed to be cause of salmonella outbreak tied to melons," 9 June 2018
Conrad Ray, the Cardinal coach, played at Stanford with Woods and tried to arrange a practice round.

— doug ferguson, chicagotribune.com, "Tiger Woods' last major win 10 years ago a testament to willpower," 8 June 2018
That deal allows it to show riders public transit options for their destination, and to arrange a Lyft ride to and/or from a transit stop or station.

— carolyn said, SFChronicle.com, "Lyft pushes shared rides, transit links," 7 June 2018
Sager, for example, worked with Manafort and others to arrange a March 2013 visit to Washington by Romano Prodi, the former prime minister of Italy and the former president of the European Commission.

— Anchorage Daily News, "With Mueller closing in, Manafort allies jump ship," 7 June 2018
The United States offered to arrange energy assistance from petroleum producers, build two light-water nuclear reactors that would be difficult to use for producing weapons, provide food assistance and lift sanctions.

— oren dorell, USA TODAY, "Here's Kim Jong Un's wish list for the Singapore summit with President Trump," 6 June 2018
The Liverpool legend joined Rangers last week, and is already said to be looking to arrange loan deals with the Reds to help his attempts to challenge Celtic.

— SI.com, "Steven Gerrard Reportedly Targeting 3 Liverpool Players to Join Him at Rangers This Summer," 6 June 2018
To arrange delivery, call the town's trash collector, All-American Waste, at 860-289-7850.

— jesse leavenworth, Courant Community, "Manchester Has Troubles With Trash Bin Contractor," 5 June 2018

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Origin and Etymology of arrange

Middle English arangen, from Middle French arenger, from a- + renger to set in ranks, from renc, ranc row — more at ¹rank

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First Known Use: 1601

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arrange Synonyms

Synonyms

array, classify, codify, dispose, draw up, lay out, marshal (also marshall), order, organize, range, systematize;

Antonyms

derange, disarrange, disarray, disorder, mess (up), muss (up), rumple, upset;

unscramble;

align (also aline), cue, line, line up, queue;

alphabetize, file, prioritize, sequence;

emplace, place, set;

display, map (out), set out;

Synonym Discussion of arrange

order, arrange, marshal, organize, systematize, methodize mean to put persons or things into their proper places in relation to each other. order suggests a straightening out so as to eliminate confusion.

- ordered her business affairs

arrange implies a setting in sequence, relationship, or adjustment.

- arranged the files numerically

marshal suggests gathering and arranging in preparation for a particular operation or effective use.

- marshaling the facts for argument

organize implies arranging so that the whole aggregate works as a unit with each element having a proper function.

- organized the volunteers into teams

systematize implies arranging according to a predetermined scheme.

- systematized billing procedures

methodize suggests imposing an orderly procedure rather than a fixed scheme.

- methodizes every aspect of daily living

ARRANGE Defined for English Language Learners

arrange

verb

Definition of arrange for English Language Learners

: to move and organize (things) into a particular order or position
: to give a particular order or position to the parts of (something)
: to organize the details of something before it happens : to plan (something)

ARRANGE Defined for Kids

arrange

verb ar·range \ ə-ˈrānj \

Definition of arrange for Students

arranged; arranging

1 : to put in order and especially a particular order

The books were arranged by subject.

2 : to make plans for

arrange a meeting

3 : to come to an agreement about : settle

arrange a truce

4 : to write or change (a piece of music) to suit particular voices or instruments

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