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Middle English
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Etymology
Borrowed from Middle French disposition, from Old French disposition, from Latin dispositiō; equivalent to dis- + posicioun.
Pronunciation
- IPA(key): /dispɔːziˈsjuːn/, /dispɔːˈzisjun/, /dispɔːˈsjun/
Noun
disposicioun (plural disposiciouns)
- The nature or state of something (either inherent or current):
- Disposition; the emotional state or feelings that one is experiencing.
- A quality or factor that influences the nature or state of something.
- (astrology) The purported influence of the constellations on people.
- Preparing or readying; the act of making oneself ready.
- Arranging; the planning of a layout or a blueprint.
- The action of directing, instructing, or commanding; using one's control.
- The state of being able to direct, instruct, or command; control.
- The state of being able to make decisions or choices.
- A directive, instruction, or command; an act of those in power.
- (rare) One's place in life or society.
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