alignment
noun/əˈlaɪnmənt/
Frequency rank: #5,458 most common English word
Meaning
the arrangement of things in a straight line or in correct relative positions.
Example sentence
The team checked that all the wheels were in proper alignment before the race.
Synonyms & related words
- arrangement
- positioning
- adjustment
- lineup
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