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The computer configuration changed after the update.
What does Configuration mean?
The arrangement of parts or settings.
Dictionary definition
The way parts, settings, or pieces are arranged in a system.
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Configuration in a sentence
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We checked the configuration before starting the robot.
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A correct configuration helps all parts of a system work together.
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What does configuration mean?
Configuration means the way parts, settings, or pieces are arranged in a system.
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Which word or phrase is closest in meaning to configuration?
Arrangement is close in meaning to configuration in this context.
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Disarray gives a useful opposite or contrast to configuration.
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MeaningConfiguration means The arrangement of parts or settings.
ExampleExample: The computer configuration changed after the update.
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- kun · fig · yuh · ray · shun
- Strongest beat
- ray
- Ending
- shun
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- Put a little extra energy on ray.
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Synonyms
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arrangementA similar word or phrase for configuration in this meaning.
setupA similar word or phrase for configuration in this meaning.
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disarrayA useful contrast to configuration in this meaning.
misconfigurationA useful contrast to configuration in this meaning.
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