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rearrangement

/ˌriːəˈreɪndʒmənt/intermediate Level

English Meaning & Definitions

1.noun

The action of organizing or changing the position, time, or order of something again or in a different way.

Example Sentences:
  • The rearrangement of the office furniture made the room feel much larger.
  • A rearrangement of the meeting schedule allowed everyone to attend.
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Cultural Origin & Etymology

Derived from the verb 'rearrange', formed by adding the prefix 're-' (meaning 'again' or 'anew') to 'arrange', which comes from Old French 'arrangier' (from 'a-' [to] + 'rang' [rank/row]). The noun suffix '-ment' was added to denote the action or result of rearranging.

Memory Aid & Mnemonic

Think of RE (again) + ARRANGE (put in order) + MENT (result): the result of putting things in a new order again.

Frequently Asked Questions About “rearrangement

1. What is the meaning of “rearrangement” in English?

In English, rearrangement (noun) is defined as: “The action of organizing or changing the position, time, or order of something again or in a different way.”.

2. How do you use “rearrangement” in a sentence?

The rearrangement of the office furniture made the room feel much larger.

3. What are English synonyms of “rearrangement”?

4. What is the etymology and word origin of “rearrangement”?

Derived from the verb 'rearrange', formed by adding the prefix 're-' (meaning 'again' or 'anew') to 'arrange', which comes from Old French 'arrangier' (from 'a-' [to] + 'rang' [rank/row]). The noun suffix '-ment' was added to denote the action or result of rearranging.