alignment

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a⋅lign⋅ment

[uh-lahyn-muh

nt]

–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.

6.	Archaeology. a line or an arrangement of parallel or converging lines of upright stones or menhirs.

Also, alinement.

Origin:
1780–90; align + -ment; r. earlier alignement < F

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a·lign·ment (ə-līn'mənt)

Arrangement or position in a straight line or in parallel lines.
1. The process of adjusting parts so that they are in proper relative position: A set of gears needs periodic alignment.
2. The condition of having parts so adjusted: Binocular lenses that are out of alignment will yield a double image.
3. An arrangement or positioning of players: a defensive alignment.
4. The grouping or positioning of teams, as in a conference or league.
A ground plan: Blueprints for the building included an alignment and a profile.
The act of aligning or the condition of being aligned.
An arrangement or alliance of groups: a new alignment of factions in the party.
Sports
1. An arrangement or positioning of players: a defensive alignment.
2. The grouping or positioning of teams, as in a conference or league.

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