emplacement
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8.0
- noun
- /ɪmˈpleɪsmənt/
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emplazamiento
- I would argue for tectonic causes: elevated midocean ridges form rapid spreading and emplacement of large igneous provinces.
Examples
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While systematic political controls, with their resulting strategic emplacement through military power, cannot deter that, medical defense readiness could provide a predetermined course for policymakers.
Academic text (1998) -
And if you want to avoid the emplacement of a recognized Palestinian state, which, as most of you know, would one day break Israel's ability to defend itself, then you had better start the annexation process immediately, beginning with Area C and part of Area B.
Blog text (22) -
"Assault up the ramp has stopped," called Jenny, hidden from view by her emplacement.
Fiction book (1990) -
Had such an emplacement not been established, those responsible for the local security of that embassy would have been remiss in their duty.
Blog text (17) -
"My cousin?" Alsayid's voice, strained with worry and physical hurt, came from the opposite emplacement.
Fiction book (1990) -
As they sprawled and writhed in blood, crying out in strange words, he edged through the emplacement to the path, on the way.
Fiction book (1993) -
It was bad enough that the administration abruptly canceled the emplacement of missile-defense components that Poland had agreed to accept in the face of serious Russian pressure.
Blog text (14) -
The emplacement of the new statue in the park created a focal point for community gatherings.
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They carefully planned the emplacement of the furniture to maximize space in the small apartment.
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After the careful emplacement of the signs, visitors found it easier to navigate the museum.
Synonyms
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3.5
Putting or arranging things in a particular place
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3.5
Putting something in place so it is ready to use
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1.4
The act of putting something in a particular place
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3.4
The act of placing something in a particular position
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3.7
Putting something in a particular place to make it work or look better
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2.7
Putting something or someone secretly into a place to trick people
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6.0
Fastening something so it stays in one position
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4.2
Moving something or someone to a new position
Putting something in a particular place or position
Putting a machine, system or program in place and making it ready to use
Placing something inside another thing or file so it becomes part of it
An object fixed firmly inside another material, like a fossil in rock
Compounds
- Specialized
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8.3
A protected place built where a gun is placed and fired, often for defense
How Careful
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
Emplacement comes from French parts em- meaning 'in' and place meaning 'to put' or 'place', the same root as the English word place. So an emplacement is the act of putting something in a particular spot for a specific purpose.