configures; configured; configuring
technical
: to arrange or prepare (something) so that it can be used
The instructions tell you how to configure the kit correctly.
The plane is configured for military use.
configure a computer
The system is configured [=set up] to allow access only to people who know the password.
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“Configure.” Merriam-Webster.com Simple Definition, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/simple/configure. Accessed 21 Jun. 2026.
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