aligning
əˈlaɪnɪŋ
Definition

Definition of aligning - Reverso English Dictionary

Adjective

1.
harmonybringing ideas or goals into harmony
  • The aligning strategies helped the team work better together.
coordinating harmonizing
2.
geometrycausing things to be in a straight line
  • The aligning beams ensured the structure was stable.
leveling straightening
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able to adjust position by itself without help
This is a self-aligning bearing for smooth rotation.

Origin of aligning

Latin, ad (to) + lineare (to line)

Terms with aligning included in their meaning

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billiards
triangle for aligning billiard balls
religion
work aligning with divine will or purpose
planning
aligning actions or plans with someone else
identity
not aligning with a brand's image
modern
aligning with current popular ideas or practices
business
expert in aligning business strategies with technology
compliance
state of aligning with rules or standards
unpredicted
not aligning with predictions

Examples of aligning in a sentence

  • The aligning objectives ensured a smooth project execution.
  • Aligning rods were used in the construction.
  • The aligning tools helped in the assembly process.

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  1. French:concordant, alignant, ...
  2. German:abgleichend, ausrichtend, ...
  3. Italian:armonizzante, allineante, ...
  4. Spanish:alineado, ...
  5. Portuguese:alinhado, nivelador, ...
  6. Chinese:协调的, 排列的, ...
  7. Japanese:調和した, 整列する, ...
  8. Arabic:مُوَحِّد, مُحَاذٍ, ...
  9. Hebrew:מְתַאֵם, מְיַישֵּׁר, ...
  10. Russian:гармонизирующий, выравнивающий, ...
  11. Ukrainian:гармонізуючий, вирівнювальний, ...
  12. Hindi:समन्वयी, संरेखित, ...
align
əˈlaɪn

Definition of align - Reverso English Dictionary

Verb

1.
line formationintr.form a line or fall into lineintr.
  • The soldiers align quickly during the drill.
arrange line up
2.
positioningtr.place in a certain position relative to something elsetr.
  • Align the picture frame with the edge of the table.
adjust
3.
adjustmenttr.adjust parts of something to ensure correct operationtr.
  • He needed to align the gears for the machine to work properly.
adjust calibrate
4.
agreementtr.bring into agreement with a policytr.
  • The country aligns its policies with international standards.
conform
5.
psychologyintr.Rareidentify with or support another's behavior or thoughtsintr.Rare
  • She aligns herself with the environmental movement.
endorse side with support
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events happen together in a lucky way
When the stars align, everything falls into place.
arrange things to achieve a desired outcome
We need to align the planets to ensure the project's success.
is not in a straight or correct position
The picture frame doesn't align with the wall.

Origin of align

Latin, ad (to) + lineare (to line)

Examples of align in a sentence

  • The cars align in the parking lot.
  • Align the wheels to ensure a smooth ride.
  • The team needs to align their goals with the company's vision.
  • You must align the wheels for a smooth ride.
  • The technician will align the satellite dish.
  • Companies align their strategies with market demands.

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  1. French:s'aligner, aligner, ...
  2. German:ausrichten, positionieren, ...
  3. Italian:allinearsi, allineare, ...
  4. Spanish:alinearse, alinear, ...
  5. Portuguese:alinhar, posicionar, ...
  6. Chinese:列队, 排列, ...
  7. Japanese:整列する, 合わせる, ...
  8. Arabic:اِصْطَفَّ, حَاذَى, ...
  9. Hebrew:לְהִסְתַּדֵּר בְּשׁוּרָה, לְיַשֵּׁר, ...
  10. Russian:выстраиваться, выравнивать, ...
  11. Ukrainian:вишикуватися, вирівнювати, ...
  12. Hindi:पंक्ति में आना, संरेखित करना, ...
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