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