Word Frequency
organize or organise (ˈɔːɡəˌnaɪz
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Definitions
verb
- to form (parts or elements of something) into a structured whole; coordinate
- tr to arrange methodically or in order
- tr to provide with an organic structure
- tr to enlist (the workers) of (a factory, concern, or industry) in a trade union
- intr to join or form an organization or trade union
- tr (informal) to put (oneself) in an alert and responsible frame of mind
Word Origin
C15: from Medieval Latin organizare, from Latin organumorganExample Sentences Including 'organise'
Liberia's Senate and House of Representatives were due to meet Thursday to organise the formal handover.New Zealand Herald (2003)
Mowbray was severely fatigued but somehow mustered the energy to organise the building of a jury rig.FATAL STORM (2001)
Neil Trathen, Plymouth's J/ 24 class fleet captain is one of the many working hard to organise the championship.Yachting Boating World (2004)
THE centrepiece of any wedding reception is obviously the cake, so allow plenty of time to organise one.Glasgow Herald (2001)
That had given Stella the chance to organise this impromptu lunch.JUST BETWEEN US (2002)
They said they'll even organise a boat if they have to, to get us to Julie's mum's.GOING OUT (2002)
They were in a position to organise government contracts in return for which they could expect a commission shared out on an agreed basis.The Image of Laura
We are still talking about the Atlantic League and we will see what we can get and what we can organise.Irish Times (2002)
We can't let them think in midfield and organise themselves.Glasgow Herald (2001)
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