configuration

noun
UK: /kənˌfɪɡ.əˈreɪ.ʃən/
US: /kənˌfɪɡ.jəˈreɪ.ʃən/

  1. The way that something is arranged or organized.

    1. The configuration of the room was changed.
    2. The software allows easy configuration of the network settings, providing flexibility.

  2. The set of properties that describes a machine or system.

    1. Check the computer's configuration.
    2. The system's configuration was carefully chosen to maximize efficiency and minimize errors.

  3. The process of arranging or configuring something.

    1. The configuration took several hours.
    2. Careful configuration is vital for the system's optimum performance during critical operations.

Synonyms

arrangement layout setup structure design organization

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "configuration" in English means: The way that something is arranged or organized., The set of properties that describes a machine or system., The process of arranging or configuring something..

The phonetic transcription of "configuration" is /kənˌfɪɡ.əˈreɪ.ʃən/ in British English and /kənˌfɪɡ.jəˈreɪ.ʃən/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "configuration": arrangement, layout, setup, structure, design, organization.

Example usage of "configuration": "The configuration of the room was changed.". More examples on the page.