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- pronunciation:
reI
- parts of speech:
- verb, noun
| part of speech: |
verb |
| inflections: |
arrays, arraying, arrayed |
| definition 1: |
to put in order or position; organize or arrange.
The general arrayed the troops for a battle.- synonyms:
- arrange, assemble, dispose, marshal, muster, order, organize, set up
- similar words:
- class, classify, farm, grade, group, rank, straighten
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| definition 2: |
to dress or clothe.
She arrayed herself in her best clothes for the party.- synonyms:
- clothe, deck out, dress
- similar words:
- attire, outfit, wrap
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| related words: |
adorn, clothe, don, position, set, space, tidy |
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| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
a correct or proper arrangement.
Mae keeps her videotapes in a neat array on a shelf.- synonyms:
- arrangement
- similar words:
- group, order, selection, series, set
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| definition 2: |
a large and impressive set of things; display.
Her eyes widened when she saw the array of desserts on the table.- synonyms:
- display, exhibition
- similar words:
- disposition, marshaling, pageant, show
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| definition 3: |
beautiful or fine clothing.
The royal array was of satin and fur.- synonyms:
- apparel, attire
- similar words:
- clothes, clothing, garments, gear, outfit, rig, wear
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| related words: |
clothes, collection, line, pomp, position, uniform |
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