arrange Definition
ar·range (ə rānj′)
transitive verb -·ranged′, -·rang′·ing
- to put in the correct, proper, or suitable order
- to sort systematically; classify
- to make ready; prepare or plan to arrange a program of entertainment
- to arrive at an agreement about; settle
- Music to adapt (a composition) to other instruments or voices than those for which it was written, or to the style of a certain band or orchestra
Etymology: ME arengen < OFr arengier < a-, to + rengier, range
intransitive verb
- to come to an agreement (with a person, about a thing)
- to make plans; prepare arrange to be here later
- Music to write arrangements, esp. as a profession
arrange Related Forms
arrange Synonyms
arrange
v.
To put in order
order, regulate, systematize, array; see order 3.To make arrangements
determine, plan, devise, contrive, prepare for, get ready, make ready, set up, draft, scheme, design, project, concert, provide, make preparations, set the stage, prepare, put into shape, make plans for, line up, organize, adjust, adapt, manage, direct, establish, decide, resolve, settle. Antonyms
bother*, disorganize*, disturb. * To adapt music
orchestrate, score, adapt, instrument, harmonize, transcribe, transpose.
arrange Usage Examples
Object
- appointment: We will then arrange an appointment to visit you.
- interview: To arrange an interview with one of the groups taking part in the 20's Plenty!
- meeting: Action 7.1 ML to arrange the next meeting via email, probably during the first week of February 2005.
- marriage: I had an arranged marriage, my parents were really very orthodox they were very strict we could never go out at all no.
- viewing: Email for more details, photos or to arrange viewing.
- visit: You can contact the Training Center direct to make enquiries or to arrange an informal visit.
Preposition: on
shelf: Books are arranged on the shelves using a classification scheme, which groups books on a particular subject together with the same number.
Subject
classmark: DVDs are arranged by classmark in a separate sequence.
Preposition: over
floor: Beautifully arranged over three floors, this stunning five bedroomed house offers elegant living accommodation with sensational entertaining space.
Preposition: around
courtyard: There is a variety of accommodation for scholars of different disciplines arranged around a central courtyard.
Infinitive complement
- meet: They arranged to meet at the beach near Sarah's home.
- suit: FLEXIBILITY Boarding can be full time, weekly, or arranged to suit the requirements of the modern family.
- collect: We can arrange to collect and return to you all of your ephemera.
Present participle complement
accord: System Of Arrangement: The material is arranged according to the Scottish Brewing Archive classification scheme used within all SBA collections.
Preposition: in
- advance: Yes, but only between 09.00 and 22.00 and if arranged in advance.
- row: There were large, upholstered chairs on the stage, arranged in rows.
- conjunction: An alternative source of support is via any skills sessions which may be arranged in conjunction with your program.
Preposition: for
- interpreter: Contact the Italian Embassy for details of Register Offices where you can book your ceremony and arrange for an interpreter.
- piano: All the songs are arranged for piano and voice with guitar chord boxes.
Preposition: by
classmark: DVDs are arranged by classmark in a separate sequence.
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