Meaning of the word order in English

What does order mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

order

US /ˈɔːr.dɚ/
UK /ˈɔː.dər/
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Noun

1.

a command or instruction

Example:
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The general gave the order to advance.
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The judge issued a court order.
2.

the arrangement or disposition of people or things in relation to each other according to a particular sequence, pattern, or method

Example:
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Please put the books back in alphabetical order.
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The room was in perfect order.
3.

a request for something to be made, supplied, or served

Example:
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I'd like to place an order for a new laptop.
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The restaurant received a large order for catering.

Verb

1.

give an authoritative command or instruction to

Example:
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The teacher ordered the students to sit down.
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He ordered his men to open fire.
2.

request (something) to be made, supplied, or served

Example:
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She ordered a pizza for dinner.
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We need to order more supplies.
3.

arrange (something) in a systematic way

Example:
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She ordered the files by date.
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The librarian ordered the new books on the shelves.