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Configuration

Form, as depending on the relative disposition of the parts of a thing's shape; figure; form factor.

📖 Definitions of "Configuration"

noun

1
Form, as depending on the relative disposition of the parts of a thing's shape; figure; form factor.
2
Relative position or aspect of the planets; the face of the horoscope, according to the relative positions of the planets at any time.
3
The way things are arranged or put together in order to achieve a result.
4
The arrangement of electrons in an atom, molecule, or other physical structure like a crystal.

🔄 Synonyms of "Configuration"

4 synonyms found via WordNet and Google Books.

Word	Definition
shapenoun	A graphical representation of an object's form or its external boundary, outline, or external surface.
formnoun	(heading, physical) To do with shape.
constellationnoun	(modern astronomy) Any of the 88 regions of the sky officially recognized by the International Astronomical Union, including all stars and celestial bodies in the region.
contournoun	An outline, boundary or border, usually of curved shape.

💡 Words with a Similar Meaning to "Configuration"

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Word	Definition
formnoun	(heading, physical) To do with shape.
shapenoun	A graphical representation of an object's form or its external boundary, outline, or external surface.
contournoun	An outline, boundary or border, usually of curved shape.
constellationnoun	(modern astronomy) Any of the 88 regions of the sky officially recognized by the International Astronomical Union, including all stars and celestial bodies in the region.
shapingnoun	The action of the verb to shape.
compositionnoun	A work of music, literature or art.
formationnoun	The act of assembling a group or structure. [from 14th c.]
layoutnoun	A structured arrangement of items within certain limits.
structurenoun	A cohesive whole built up of distinct parts.
structuringnoun	Structure; organization.
arrangementnoun	The act of arranging.
configureverb	(transitive) To set up or arrange something in such a way that it is ready for operation for a particular purpose, or to someone's particular liking
configurablenoun	Capable of being configured; customisable; permitting rearrangement or adjustment.
fashioningnoun	The act or process of fashioning something; manufacture.
patternnoun	Model, example.
set-upnoun	(chiefly British) Alternative form of setup. [Equipment designed for a particular purpose; an apparatus.]
trainingnoun	The activity of imparting and acquiring skills.
reconfigurationnoun	The act of reconfiguring.
trained	Having undergone a course of training (sometimes in combination).
allocationnoun	The process or procedure for allocating things, especially money or other resources.