Configure

//kənˈfɪɡ(j)ɚ// verb

verb ·Uncommon ·Advanced level

Definitions

Verb
  1. 1
    To set up or arrange something in such a way that it is ready for operation for a particular purpose, or to someone's particular liking transitive

    "Users may configure the settings to enhance their experience."

  2. 2
    set up for a particular purpose wordnet

Example

More examples

"I need to configure this server with an appropriate firewall system."

Etymology

From Old French configurer, from Latin configurare. See configurate.

Related phrases

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