5 letter words starting with ORD

Order

Parts of Speech: Noun, verb

Definitions:

• Noun: A request made by a customer to purchase goods or services; a command or instruction; a state in which everything is arranged logically, comprehensibly, or naturally.
• Verb: To request something to be made, supplied, or delivered; to command or give an instruction; to arrange or organize something in a particular way.

Pronunciations:

• US: ˈɔrdər
• UK: ˈɔːdə

Origin and Usage:

The word "order" comes from the Middle English word "ordre" which means "a body of religious persons living under a common rule." Its usage has evolved over time to mean a request or command for goods or services, as well as a state of logical or natural arrangement. The verb form of "order" has been used since the 16th century.

Synonyms:

• Command
• Directive
• Instruction
• Organization
• Sequence

Related Words:

• Board
• Chord
• Horde
• World
• Worry

Example Sentences:

• The customer placed an order for a new computer.
• The sergeant gave the order to start the attack.
• The books on the shelf were arranged in alphabetical order.
• The chef ordered the ingredients for the meal.
• The manager ordered the staff to clean up the store.