Order
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British pronunciation/ˈɔːdɐ/
American pronunciation/ˈɔɹdɝ/

Definition & Meaning of "order"

to order
01

to ask for something, especially food, drinks, services, etc. in a restaurant, bar, or shop

Transitive: to order food or drinks
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He ordered a round of drinks for everyone at the table.
She loves to order the fresh seafood when we eat by the coast.
She ordered a cappuccino and sat by the window.
02

to give an instruction to someone to do something through one's authority

Ditransitive: to order sb to do sth
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The general ordered the troops to advance to the front lines.
The manager ordered the team to complete the project by the end of the week.
The teacher ordered the students to remain quiet during the exam.
03

to arrange or organize something in a structured or systematic manner

Transitive: to order items
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She ordered her desk by sorting papers into different folders to make it more organized.
She is currently ordering items on the shelves according to their expiration dates.
Can you please order the books on the shelf by genre?
04

to give a command or instruction for someone to go or come to a specific place

Transitive: to order sb somewhere
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The coach ordered the team to the locker room to discuss strategy before the big game.
The manager ordered the employees to the conference room for an impromptu meeting.
The director ordered the actors to the set for the start of the shooting.
05

to regulate someone or something and bring it to act according to rules and regulations

Transitive: to order a place or process
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The government implemented new policies to order the financial markets and maintain stability.
The teacher ordered the classroom by setting clear rules and expectations for behavior.
The city council ordered the traffic flow by installing traffic lights and road signs.
06

to confer or invest clerical rank or authority in someone within a religious organization or institution

Transitive: to order sb
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The bishop ordered the young deacon, officially bestowing upon him the authority to perform religious ceremonies.
The senior clergy members gathered to order the newly elected bishop.
The religious council unanimously voted to order the monk.
Order
01

a command or instruction given by someone in a position of authority

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The general issued a strict order to advance the troops.
The chef received an order for three pizzas and two salads.
The judge issued an order for the immediate release of the prisoner.
02

a request or instruction made for goods or services, often specifying the quantity, quality, and delivery of the requested items

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She placed an order for new furniture to be delivered next week.
The restaurant received a large order for a catered event.
He submitted an order online for a customized laptop.
03

a request for a specific item or service to be provided

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He made a mistake on his order and had to correct it.
My order from the online store got lost in transit.
She placed an order for a cheeseburger and fries.
04

a condition of regular or proper arrangement

order definition and meaning
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(biology) a taxonomic category between a class and a family

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06

established customary state (especially of society)

07

a legally binding command or decision entered on the court record (as if issued by a court or judge)

08

a body of rules followed by an assembly

09

a group of people organized together because they share similar interests or goals

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The ancient order of knights protected the kingdom from external threats.
She joined a religious order dedicated to charitable work in impoverished communities.
The international order of scientists collaborated on groundbreaking research projects.
10

the act of putting things in a sequential arrangement

11

(architecture) one of original three styles of Greek architecture distinguished by the type of column and entablature used or a style developed from the original three by the Romans

12

a group of person living under a religious rule

13

(usually plural) the status or rank or office of a Christian clergyman in an ecclesiastical hierarchy

01

used to tell people to pay attention and be quiet in a strong and serious way, especially in formal situations or important events

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