Configure
//kənˈfɪɡ(j)ɚ// verb
verb ·Uncommon ·Advanced level
Definitions
Verb
- 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 set up for a particular purpose wordnet
Synonyms
All synonymsExample
More examples"I need to configure this server with an appropriate firewall system."
Etymology
From Old French configurer, from Latin configurare. See configurate.
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