alignment

• Nom désignant la disposition ou le positionnement d'éléments en ligne droite ou dans un rapport correct les uns par rapport aux autres, ainsi qu'une alliance ou un accord entre des groupes ou des individus.

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.

   Alliance politique ou organisationnelle

   • 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.

   Synonymesalliancebloccoalitionconfederationleaguepactpartnershipunion

2. Spatial arrangement in a lineB1formal

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

   alignement

   • 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.

   Synonymesarrangementarrayformationlineplacementpositioningrow

3. Astronomical conjunctionC1formalscientific

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

   Conjonction astronomique

   • 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.

   Synonymesconjunctionsyzygy

4. Mechanical adjustmentB2formaltechnical

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

   Alignement mécanique

   • 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.

   Synonymesadjustmentcalibrationorientationpositioningregulationsetuptuning