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Array
01
a structured or organized layout of objects, people, or data in a specific pattern or sequence
Examples
The store displayed an array of colorful fruits neatly arranged.
Soldiers stood in a perfect array during the parade.
02
a striking or remarkable collection of things presented together
Examples
The buffet offered an impressive array of international dishes.
The exhibition showcased an array of innovative technologies.
03
elegant, richly adorned, or ceremonial clothing, often used in historical or poetic contexts
Examples
The knights rode into battle in splendid array.
The queen appeared in full royal array during the coronation.
04
a group of numbers, mathematical symbols or values, arranged in columns and rows
Examples
The program stores values in a two-dimensional array.
Students learned how to represent data using a numerical array.
05
a system of multiple antennas positioned in a specific pattern to focus or enhance signal reception or transmission
Examples
The satellite uses an advanced array of antennas for better coverage.
Engineers installed a phased array on the radar tower.
to array
01
to organize or lay out objects, people, or ideas in an orderly way
Transitive: to array sb/sth
Examples
The commander arrayed the troops in perfect formation.
She arrayed the documents neatly across the desk.
02
to associate or position oneself in support of a particular side, ideology, or organization
Transitive: to array oneself with a movement or idea
Intransitive: to array behind a movement or idea
Examples
He arrayed himself with the reformist movement.
Many citizens arrayed behind the environmental activists.
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