alignment
Use Alignment in a sentence
mənt noun
1.
an adjustment to a line; arrangement in a straight line.
2.
the line or lines so formed.
3.
the proper adjustment of the components of an electronic circuit, machine, etc., for coordinated functioning: The front wheels of the car are out of alignment.
4.
a state of agreement or cooperation among persons, groups, nations, etc., with a common cause or viewpoint.
5.
a ground plan of a railroad or highway.
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| —n | |
| 1. | arrangement in a straight line |
| 2. | the line or lines formed in this manner |
| 3. | alliance or union with a party, cause, etc |
| 4. | proper or desirable coordination or relation of components |
| 5. | a ground plan of a railway, motor road, etc |
| 6. | archaeol an arrangement of one or more ancient rows of standing stones, of uncertain significance |
| 7. | psychol integration or harmonization of aims, practices, etc within a group |
| 8. | psychol identification with or matching of the behaviour, thoughts, etc of another person |
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Example sentences
They are drawn to the specific focus of the program and the alignment of their chosen program with their career goals.
He disdained the fastidious and perfectionist alignment of postures that some of his rivals practised in chilly yoga studios.
In case the alignment is not right, the cycle gets advanced or postponed till the right alignment.
It is appropriate to see a dentist or orthodontist to treat abnormal alignment of the jaw and teeth.
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