Meaning & Definition of word "Order"

Order

/ˈɔːrdər/

noun:

  • 1. A request for something to be made, supplied, or served.
    • Example: I placed an order for two pizzas and a salad.
  • 2. An arrangement or sequence of things.
    • Example: Please put the books in alphabetical order on the shelf.
  • 3. A command or directive.
    • Example: The manager gave an order to the staff to increase production.
  • 4. A state of peaceful or law-abiding existence.
    • Example: The community has returned to order after the protests.

verb:

  • 1. To give a command or request something.
    • Example: I will order a new computer for the office.
  • 2. To arrange or organize something in a specific way.
    • Example: She ordered the flowers by height for the arrangement.

Etymology

Middle English, from Old French 'orde', from Latin 'ordo', meaning arrangement or rank.

Common Phrases and Expressions

in order:

In a systematic or proper arrangement.

order of business:

The agenda or items to be discussed in a meeting.

set in order:

To arrange or organize something.

order of magnitude:

A class of size or scale, often used in comparisons.

give the order:

To issue a command or directive.

Related Words

orderly:

Characterized by neat and systematic arrangement.

disorder:

A state of confusion or lack of order.

suborder:

A taxonomic category below an order.

foreorder:

To order or arrange something beforehand.

overorder:

A category that encompasses multiple orders.

Slang Meanings of order

Meaning: To order food or drinks in slang.

Example Sentence: Let's order some pizza for the party.

Meaning: To demand someone to do something.

Example Sentence: He was ordered to clean his room.