alignment

• Substantiv, das die Anordnung oder Positionierung von Elementen auf einer geraden Linie oder in einem richtigen Verhältnis zueinander bezeichnet, sowie ein Bündnis oder eine Übereinkunft zwischen Gruppen oder Einzelpersonen.

A noun referring to the arrangement or positioning of elements in a straight line or in proper relation to each other, or an alliance or agreement among groups or individuals.

1. Political or organizational allianceB2formalpolitical

   A group of people, countries, or organizations that have formed a pact or treaty to work together.

   Allianz

   • The two countries formed a strategic alignment to boost trade.
   • The political alignment of the parties shifted after the election.
   • The alignment of several non-profits created a powerful advocacy group.

   Synonymealliancebloccoalitionconfederationleaguepactpartnershipunion

2. Spatial arrangement in a lineB1formal

   The property of being arranged in a straight line or in parallel lines relative to something else.

   Ausrichtung

   • The alignment of the books on the shelf was perfect.
   • The wheels need proper alignment to avoid uneven tire wear.
   • The architect checked the alignment of the columns.

   Synonymearrangementarrayformationlineplacementpositioningrow

3. Astronomical conjunctionC1formalscientific

   The apparent meeting or passing of two or more celestial bodies in the same degree of the zodiac.

   Astronomische Konjunktion

   • The alignment of Jupiter and Saturn was visible to the naked eye.
   • Astronomers predicted a rare alignment of five planets.
   • The alignment of the moon and sun causes solar eclipses.

   Synonymeconjunctionsyzygy

4. Mechanical adjustmentB2formaltechnical

   The act of adjusting or aligning the parts of a device in relation to each other for proper function.

   Justierung

   • The mechanic performed a wheel alignment on the car.
   • The alignment of the laser printer's components was off.
   • Proper alignment of the gears ensures smooth operation.

   Synonymeadjustmentcalibrationorientationpositioningregulationsetuptuning