configurations

noun

plural of configuration
1
as in architectures
the arrangement of parts that gives something its basic form the basic configuration of the building is that of a geodesic dome

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2
as in layouts
the way in which something is sized, arranged, or organized a small business computer system in its simplest configuration

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3
as in formats
the way in which the elements of something (as a work of art) are arranged his photographs have an intentionally loose configuration, with no single object intended as the primary center of interest

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4
as in shapes
the outward appearance of something as distinguished from its substance a birthday cake in the configuration of a top hat

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Recent Examples of configurations Possible options include ammunition designed for varied levels of impact, including armor-piercing configurations. — Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 4 Sep. 2026 Larger configurations, such as the R140X, incorporate swiveling crossbars with snap locks alongside vertical and horizontal dividers for customized interior partitioning. — IEEE Spectrum, 3 Sep. 2026 Developer agents can pull packages, change configurations and push code through workflows automatically. — Ken Ammon, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2026 Acer isn’t sharing pricing for any configurations of the Swift Blade 14 until closer to its December launch. — Antonio G. Di Benedetto, The Verge, 2 Sep. 2026 The various configurations allow the property to accommodate a range of needs, budgets, and even levels of privacy, making the experience that much more customizable. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Aug. 2026 Once the design of the new layout is complete, a spokesperson for the transportation department said, crews will begin taking out the current striping before laying out the new lane configurations. — Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 28 Aug. 2026 Kickstarter pricing starts at $149 For its Kickstarter launch, FreshFlow will offer four main configurations. — New Atlas, 28 Aug. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for configurations
  1. architectures
  2. layouts
  3. formats
  4. shapes
  5. frameworks
  6. formations
  7. designs
  8. forms
Noun
  • Formally verified by the European Solar Test Installation (ESTI), this benchmark shows the technical progress in scaling up high-efficiency thin-film architectures beyond sub-centimeter laboratory devices.
    — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 3 Sep. 2026
  • Looped Transformers are just one of several new architectures researchers are considering to make AI models more efficient but which can destroy all or some of a model’s chain of thought.
    — Jeremy Kahn, Fortune, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of architectures
Noun
  • Autumn Ring will return in December for the first time since GT6, and interestingly, it’ll be offered with two layouts.
    — Adam Ismail, The Drive, 3 Sep. 2026
  • Mini Domy The Brda has lots of options available, including different interior layouts, an optional deck area, and the ability to swap out the steps for an indoor spiral staircase.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 2 Sep. 2026
Definition of layouts
Noun
  • Johnson is the type of player who can provide cost-efficient production and improve the near-term outlook of a dynasty team around the margins — especially in TE-premium scoring formats.
    — Jakob Sanderson, New York Times, 4 Sep. 2026
  • Under the partnership, Mad Solutions and IRTH will develop original films, television series and other formats, including projects built around talent represented by MAD Celebrity.
    — Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 4 Sep. 2026
Definition of formats
Noun
  • David Shnaiderov, who directs the Nuclear Quantum division at Quantum X Labs, pointed out that simulating particle transport is useless without a practical way to represent real physical shapes.
    — Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 4 Sep. 2026
  • If using a Satsuma, peel it by hand, remove any particularly thick, stringy bits or pieces of pith, and then cut it into similar shapes.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of shapes
Noun
  • Alongside safety protocols, new liability frameworks are being looked at so that commercial nuclear ships can be insured at reasonable market rates.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 4 Sep. 2026
  • Models and orchestration frameworks are commoditizing rapidly.
    — Gopi Duddi, Forbes.com, 4 Sep. 2026
Definition of frameworks
Noun
  • These subsurface formations are hotter than 750°F (399°C) and hold enough energy to transform green grid economics.
    — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 4 Sep. 2026
  • Additional study of the hexagon and now a decagon could help astronomers compare formations on the opposite ends of Saturn and learn more about a gas giant's weather patterns, according to NASA.
    — Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of formations
Noun
  • Sergio tells Bryan that his designs are incongruent, and everyone has a problem with the crotch on his gown.
    — Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 4 Sep. 2026
  • His son, in partnership with close friends behind Bolivia’s best boutique hotel brand Panorama (known for Met and Atix in La Paz), teamed up to bring Ugalde’s vision to life, true to his original designs.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of designs
Noun
  • Unf***ing themselves took multiple forms and involved being fleet of foot.
    — George Caulkin, New York Times, 2 Sep. 2026
  • Some of Western civilization’s greatest artists, including Botticelli, Raphael, Rubens, Canova, Cezanne, and Picasso, have all adapted their forms according to the tastes of the time.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 2 Sep. 2026
Definition of forms

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“Configurations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/configurations. Accessed 9 Sep. 2026.

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