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compose definition

com·pose (kəm pōz)

transitive verb composed -·posed′, composing -·pos′·ing

  1. to form in combination; make up; constitute mortar is composed of lime, sand, and water
  2. to put together; put in proper order or form
  3. to create (a musical or literary work)
  4. to adjust or settle; reconcile to compose differences
  5. to put (oneself, one's mind, etc.) in a state of tranquillity or repose; calm; allay
  6. Printing
    1. to set (type)
    2. to produce (printed matter) as by computer, photocomposition, etc.

Etymology: ME composen < OFr composer < com-, with + poser, to place; meaning infl. by L componere: see composite

intransitive verb

  1. to create musical or literary works
  2. Printing to set type

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