arrangement

An arrangement is defined as a combination of things that make up a design or that are laid out in a certain way.

(noun)

The V-shape made by flying geese is an example of an arrangement.

The definition of an arrangement is something that has been planned.

(noun)

An appointment is an example of an arrangement.

See arrangement in Webster's New World College Dictionary

noun

an arranging or being arranged
the way in which something is arranged
something made by arranging parts in a particular way
a preparation; plan: arrangements for the party, arrangements for a funeral
a settlement or adjustment, as of a dispute, difference, etc.
Music
1. adaptation of a composition to other instruments or voices than those for which it was originally written, or to the style of a certain band or orchestra
2. the composition as thus adapted

See arrangement in American Heritage Dictionary 4

noun

The act or process of arranging: the arrangement of a time and place for the meeting.
The condition, manner, or result of being arranged; disposal: provided flowers and saw to their arrangement.
A collection of things that have been arranged: the circular arrangement of megaliths called Stonehenge.
A provision or plan made in preparation for an undertaking. Often used in the plural: made arrangements for surgery.
An agreement or settlement; a disposition: Our dog will be looked after by arrangement with a neighbor.
Music
a. An adaptation of a composition for other instruments or voices or for another style of performance.
b. A composition so arranged.