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- Dictionaryalignment/əˈlʌɪnm(ə)nt/
noun
- 1. arrangement in a straight line or in correct relative positions: "the tiles had slipped out of alignment"
- 2. a position of agreement or alliance: "the uncertain nature of political alignments"
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ALIGNMENT definition: 1. an arrangement in which two or more things are positioned in a straight line or parallel to each…. Learn more.
The meaning of ALIGNMENT is the act of aligning or state of being aligned; especially : the proper positioning or state of adjustment of parts (as of a mechanical or electronic device) in relation to each other.
The noun alignment refers to the correct positioning of something. If you check the alignment of your feet when running, you're checking to make sure they're not pointing to either side, but going straight ahead. Alignment has to do with adjusting something so it's in the right place.
n. 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: rear-wheel alignment.
noun. an adjustment to a line; arrangement in a straight line. the line or lines so formed. 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.
Definition of alignment noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
an agreement between a group of countries, political parties, or people who want to work together because of shared interests or aims: New alignments are being formed within the business community. [ U ]
1.variable noun. An alignment is support for a particular group, especially in politics, or for a side in a quarrel or struggle. The church should have no political alignment. 2.uncountable noun. The alignment of something is its position in relation to something else or to its correct position.
Alignment definition: Arrangement or position in a straight line or in parallel lines.
alignment /əˈlaɪnmənt/ n. arrangement in a straight line. the line or lines formed in this manner. alliance or union with a party, cause, etc. proper or desirable coordination or relation of components. a ground plan of a railway, motor road, etc.
