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orderly
[ awr-der-lee ]
/ ËÉr dÉr li /
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adjective
adverb
methodically; regularly.
according to established order or rule.
noun, plural or·der·lies.
Military. an enlisted soldier assigned to perform various chores for a commanding officer or group of officers.
a hospital attendant having general, nonmedical duties.
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Origin of orderly
synonym study for orderly
1, 2. 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.
OTHER WORDS FROM orderly
or·der·li·ness, nounun·or·der·ly, adjectiveWords nearby orderly
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British Dictionary definitions for orderly
orderly
/ (ËÉËdÉlÉȘ) /
adjective
adverb
rare according to custom or rule
noun plural -lies
med a male hospital attendant
military a junior rank detailed to carry orders or perform minor tasks for a more senior officer
Derived forms of orderly
orderliness, nounCollins English Dictionary - Complete & Unabridged 2012 Digital Edition
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