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order

The correct spelling is order.

How to pronounce order

/ˈɔːdə/
noun

IPA: /ˈɔːdə/

Say it like: Ord-er

The correct spelling is order. Arrangement, disposition, or sequence. For example: "The house is in order; the machinery is out of order."

Usage Examples

The house is in order; the machinery is out of order.

to preserve order in a community or an assembly

St. Ignatius Loyola founded the Jesuit order in 1537.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.Arrangement, disposition, or sequence.
  2. 2.A position in an arrangement, disposition, or sequence.
  3. 3.The state of being well arranged.
  4. 4.Conformity with law or decorum; freedom from disturbance; general tranquillity; public quiet.
  5. 5.A command.

verb

  1. 1.To set in some sort of order.
  2. 2.To arrange, set in proper order.
  3. 3.To issue a command to.
  4. 4.To request some product or service; to secure by placing an order.
  5. 5.To admit to holy orders; to ordain; to receive into the ranks of the ministry.

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