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orderly

[awr-der-lee]

adjective

  1. arranged or disposed in a neat, tidy manner or in a regular sequence.

    an orderly desk.

    Antonyms: , ,
  2. observant of or governed by system or method, as persons or the mind.

  3. characterized by or observant of law, rule, or discipline; well-behaved; law-abiding.

    an orderly assemblage of citizens.

  4. pertaining to or charged with the communication or execution of orders.



adverb

  1. methodically; regularly.

  2. according to established order or rule.

noun

plural

orderlies 
  1. Military.an enlisted soldier assigned to perform various chores for a commanding officer or group of officers.

  2. a hospital attendant having general, nonmedical duties.

orderly

/ ˈɔːəɪ /

adjective

  1. in order, properly arranged, or tidy

  2. obeying or appreciating method, system, and arrangement

  3. harmonious or peaceful

  4. military of or relating to orders

    an orderly book

“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

adverb

  1. rareaccording to custom or rule

“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

noun

  1. med a male hospital attendant

  2. military a junior rank detailed to carry orders or perform minor tasks for a more senior officer

“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012
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Other 51Թ Forms

  • orderliness noun
  • unorderly adjective
  • ˈǰԱ noun
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51Թ History and Origins

Origin of orderly1

First recorded in 1470–80 as adverb; 1570–80 as adjective; 1795–1805 as noun; order + -ly
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Synonym Study

Orderly, methodical, systematic characterize that which is neat, in order, and planned. These three words are sometimes used interchangeably. However, orderly emphasizes neatness of arrangement: an orderly array of books. Methodical suggests a logical plan, a definite order of actions or method from beginning to end: a methodical examination. Systematic suggests thoroughness, an extensive and detailed plan, together with regularity of action: a systematic review.
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In one moment, her clothing says, “I enjoy an orderly office.”

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Devon's a disheveled, sweaty wreck storming the gates of the Kells’ orderly Elysium precisely when Michaela’s garden party is kicking off, the first of several she's planned for that weekend.

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An imam stood nearby leading prayers for hundreds of mourners gathered behind him in orderly rows.

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I rinse and repeat, these waters providing me with safety and comfort on my path for good orderly direction.

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Then, as he was taken to get an X-ray, he overpowered hospital orderlies and ran away, he said.

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