arrangement

Definition

  • noun: the way that things or people are organized for a particular purpose or activity
  • noun: the state of being 'arranged'
  • usually plural
  • synonyms: preparation, settlement, transcription

Examples

  • “What were your sleeping 'arrangements'?” “I slept on the bed while he slept on the floor.”

  • Having my brother and his wife living nearby was an ideal 'arrangement' for our family.

  • The company made an 'arrangement with' the college to supply all of its computers.

Movie quotes

  • (..) By the book. Got it. Hey! Hey, Jeff. What's happening, buddy? - We were wondering why you're here. - The man's talking to you. You know our arrangements. Stay in the E, F and R subway lines... ...and you get all the garbage you want. What the hell are you doing here, worm boy? (..)
    2002 Men in Black II