disposition
/ˌdɪs.pəˈzɪ.ʃən//ˌdɪs.pəˈzɪ.ʃɪn/
noun
- 1
The arrangement or placement of certain things.
“The scouts reported on the disposition of the enemy troops.”
- 2
Tendency or inclination under given circumstances.
“I have little disposition now to do as you say.”
- 3
Temperamental makeup or habitual mood.
“He has such a foul disposition.”
- 4
Control over something.
“You will have full disposition of these funds.”
- 5
Transfer or relinquishment to the care or possession of another.
“The court ordered the disposition of all assets.”
- 6
Final decision or settlement.
“The disposition of the case will be announced tomorrow.”
- 7
The destination of a patient after medical treatment such as surgery.
“The patient was given a disposition for outpatient care.”
- 8
The set of choirs of strings on a harpsichord.
“This small harpsichord has a 1 x 4' disposition.”
Synonyms
verb
- 1
To remove or place in a different position.
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